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A Message From the Editor Hello readers, Welcome to the November/December edition of the Staffordshire Outlook magazine.

I cannot believe that I am writing this, and that Christmas is just around the corner! Hopefully you are all getting ready for the festive season?

In this edition we have plenty of Christmas adverts to give you some ideas for loved ones presents, or places to eat on Christmas Day, all this inside and much more.

The winners from the September/October edition are below. Congratulations to all the winners and thank you to everyone who entered. We continue to have some lovely comments from the winners of the great prizes they have won in the magazine.

Don’t forget to enter the fantastic competitions in this edition, including a family ticket for this year’s pantomime, Aladdin at The Grand Theatre, Family tickets to Air Space and tickets to see The 3 Divas.

You could be one of the lucky winners, good luck!

readers who continue to support the Staffordshire Outlook. We hope that our readers will use these reputable companies when the need arises, and don’t forget to mention Staffordshire Outlook if using any of the advertisers!

If you are a business owner and would like to be featured in the Staffordshire Outlook magazine then please contact us on the details below.

If you belong to a local group or charity and would like forthcoming events published in this magazine please email info@staffordshireoutlook.co.uk This will be your last issue before Christmas, therefore I want to wish everyone a very merry Christmas and a happy new year!

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The team at the Staffordshire Outlook are extremely grateful to the local advertisers who choose to advertise their business in the magazine, and to the

Congratulations to: Winner of tickets to Motown Magic at Prince of Wales Theatre Sarah Poxon, Hatherton

Winner of a pair of tickets to The Shawshank Redemption at The Grand Theatre Katie Storey, Cannock Winner of tickets to The Stone Food & Drink Festival Mrs J Wilson, Heath Hayes Patrick Warren, Cheslyn Hay

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Contents

Nuffield Health MRI Scanner 4 Compton at Christmas 6 Mill Green Designer Village 8 The Grand Theatre competition 10 Graffiti Knitting 12 SI Cannock Doreen Smith 12 Sing for your heart this Christmas 14 Fireside Factory 15 Cannock Friends of St Giles 16 Rotary donates to charity 16 SI Cannock Christmas 18 Cannock Chase rated top 10 18 Chase Fire and Fireplaces 20 Puzzles 24 Lyndale Stairs 25 Linwood Trade Supplies 26 Win tickets for Air Space 28 Four Ashes Plumbing Supplies 29 Tech Aluminium Systems Ltd 30 Flue Systems 31 AFR Security 31 The Late Show 32 Real Christmas Trees at Standeford 33 Flea Facts with The Pest Control Man 33 Tracy Mason Travel 34 Dog Friendly Christmas 36 Helpful hints for your pets on bonfire night 38 JB’s 6 a Side Tournament 40 CHAPS 40 Harrisons Sports & Social Club 41 Recipe of the month 42 Wine Etc 44 Eating out over the festive season 46 Blue Ginger Cannock new website 47 Get ready for a glamourous Christmas 48 The Chase CACI Clinic 52 South Staffs Council 54 Win tickets to see 3 Divas 56 Sue Starr 57 SI Cannock 803 Bra’s 58 My dear Kia by Rob Taylor 60 Everything’s A-OK by Rob Taylor 62 Index of advertisers 64 Puzzle Solutions 64 Why should I make a will 65 A healthcare provider you can trust 66

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INNOVATIVE DIGITAL BROADBAND MRI SCANNER OFFICIALLY OPENED BY WOLVERHAMPTON MAYOR The new £1.9 million Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Suite installed at Nuffield Health Wolverhampton Hospital, was officially opened

by Wolverhampton City Mayor, Councillor Barry Findlay, with other VIP guests including the Mayoress and Wolves FC midfielder Lee Evans in attendance . The hospital in Tettenhall is the medical partner of Wolverhampton Wanderers and the club is pleased to have this facility “on their doorstep’’.

Pictured: 1.5T Digital Broadband MRI Scanner from Philips

Pictured: Wolverhampton City Mayor, Councillor Barry Findlay officially opens the new MRI scanner with the Mayoress, Phoebe Cartwrigh, Radiology Manager and Karen Pattison Hospital Director at Nuffield Health Wolverhampton Hospital.

The 1.5 teslar Ingenia MRI scanner from Philips offers consistent high quality images, improved comfort for patients and gives the hospital a full range of diagnostic equipment on site, available six days a week. It is the only true digital MRI system currently on the market, providing a high purity signal from miniaturised electronics in the coil. These features reduce anxiety for patients as the examination time is reduced and the patient perceived acoustic noise levels are reduced by up to 80%.

Phil Hayward, Head of the Medical Department at Wolverhampton Wanderers commented, “The Wolves medical department is delighted to have set up an arrangement with Nuffield Health Wolverhampton which allows us 6-day a week access to the MRI services at the hospital. The excellent level of service and high degree of professionalism that Nuffield Health offers has streamlined our diagnostics, allowing us access to high quality imaging literally on our doorstep. “ The hospital on Wood Road, Tettenhall, is one of 31 hospitals nationwide which forms part of the not for profit Nuffield Health group. The new MRI suite at the Wolverhampton Hospital Radiology Department forms part of Nuffield Health’s national investment programme, to better meet the needs of patients.

Easy access allows hospital staff to diagnose illness sooner and the digital broadband MR scanner to exactly pinpoint injuries. Karen Pattison, Hospital Director, comments, “High quality imaging is so very important for our doctors and consultants to make decisions on treatment.

The scanner will be used help diagnose a number of conditions, from strokes, heart conditions, arthritis and prostate cancer through to sports injuries.”

Phoebe Cartwright, Radiology Manager at Nuffield Health Wolverhampton said, “Having the MR scanner onsite is great news for our patients. Before the scanner was installed, patients accessed MRI scans through a mobile service, which was available on certain days of the week. Now that we have our MRI scanner installed permanently on site, it can be used six days a week, giving patients much more flexibility when booking appointments and offer more complex scans in a shorter timeframe.”

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Pictured: At the MRI Suite launch – Karen Pattison, Kim Methven-Johnson, Louise Clarke and Sarah Hussain, all from Nuffield Health Wolverhampton Hospital.

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“It’s Chriiiisssssttttmmmmaaasss!”…..well very nearly anyway and Compton Hospice are all set to provide the sparkle to kick off the festive season in style!

Join the hospice team and their special guest stars; Father Christmas and his merry band of Elves on Sunday 27th November 11-4pm at The Cedars, Wolverhampton for a Festive Family Fun Day. Offering the full Lapland experience right here in Wolverhampton, Chief Elf Evergreen will greet you and your little ones at the door and accompany you to your first port of call; the prestigious Elf School. Here our very privileged students (not everyone gets the chance to see inside Elf School you know!) will get a chance to write their Christmas lists and make a range of Yuletide crafts.

When the team have taught you all you need to know about being one of Santa’s Little Helpers, it’s off to our magical winter wonderland grotto to meet the main man himself.

Take the chance to convince Father Christmas why you should be on the Good List and request your must-haves for Christmas Day. After all the excitement families can warm up with hot drinks and festive treats as they browse our hospice marketplace for Christmas gift ideas. Live music will run throughout the day with appearances from a range of local talents and there’ll be games ‘a’ plenty for all ages. Stonehill Donkey Sanctuary will also be in attendance so don’t forget to pop over and say hello.

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busy Christmas Eve shift and returning to Compton Hospice for Breakfast/Lunch with his fans on Monday 19th and Tuesday 20th December.

Families are invited to come along and enjoy a hearty breakfast (a mini fry up) or lunch (sandwiches and nibbles) with jolly old St Nick, take their Santa Selfies with him and even give him their wish lists in person! For all those under the age of 12 there will be a very special present waiting for you to take home at the end of the meal – it’s up to you to decide whether you stand to leave it under the tree until the big day!

Christmas Market entry is free although some charges apply for various activities. Breakfast/lunch with Santa is a bookings only event. £7 per child (under 6months old go free) and £3 per adult (Includes child’s gift).

This year also sees the return of the Compton Hospice mini market for our patients and their families. Many of our patients find it difficult to shop for Christmas presents and so we would like to bring the shops to them to make the festive season as special as possible. We are appealing for donations of new items such as beauty products, sporting gifts, books, toys, DVD’s and music that our patients can give to their loved ones. If you would like to help please get in touch.

Call fundraising on 0845 2255497 for more information on all of our events, or email fundraising@comptonhospice.org.uk. Alternatively you can visit our website

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Mill Green Designer Outlet Village In Cannock FULL PLANNING PERMISSION CONFIRMED

Pictured: Left-right Tony McGovern, Managing Director Cannock Chase Council, Amanda Milling, MP for Cannock Chase Cllr George Adamson, Leader of Cannock Chase Council, Richard Upton, Deputy CEO, U+I Giles Membrey, Rioja Developments’ Managing Director, Cllr Gordon Alcott, Deputy Leader and Economic Development and Planning Portfolio Leader at Cannock Chase Council

The development of a new premium outlet shopping destination for the West Midlands moved a step closer this week as development partners U+I and Rioja Developments confirmed receipt of full planning permission.

The news follows on from Cannock Chase Council’s resolution to grant planning approval for a designer outlet village in December 2015 – a decision that was backed

by Greg Clarke MP, the former Secretary of State for the Department of Communities and Local Government (DCLG).

This is the biggest development of its kind in the West Midlands. It will inject much needed investment into the area, provide a huge economic boost and put the area firmly on the designer outlet map. The phased scheme will cost in excess of £110m and will create over 1,200 jobs.

Nestled in a valley adjacent to a nature reserve the 26,505 sq m outlet village will provide up to 130 designer outlet stores, new restaurants and around 2,000 car parking spaces within easy access of the M6 and M6 Toll road.

Richard Upton, Deputy CEO, U+I, said: “This is a major investment that could generate more than £500 million of socio-economic improvements over the next ten years and create in excess of a thousand jobs, benefitting Cannock and the wider region and putting this outlet in the top five outlet centres nationally. We intend to create a unique experience in factory outlet retailing which will complement the beautiful environment, including a real focus on sustainability.”

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Giles Membrey, Rioja Developments’ Managing Director, added: “This is a key stage on our journey to make our vision for the Mill Green development become reality.

It’s a unique location in terms of both the commercial opportunity and surrounding landscape. We can now finalise our plans for the scheme before we make a start on site next year.”

The area will also benefit from considerable investment in off-site improvements, including the widening of Eastern Way and the addition of much-needed pedestrian crossings.

Moreover, Cannock will benefit from a further investment of circa £150,000 for town centre improvements.

Mill Green Designer Outlet Village will attract upmarket, premium fashion designer brands not normally found in local town centres and is expected to draw around three million visitors into the area each year.

Phase one of the development could start by the autumn 2017, with an anticipated opening in spring 2019.

Councillor George Adamson, Leader of Cannock Chase Council, commented: “It is fantastic news to hear that full planning permission has been granted for this development. It will provide a huge economic boost to Cannock Chase District, creating jobs and attracting private sector investment. It will significantly raise the profile of the District with an estimated 3 million people visiting the new Designer Outlet Village.”

For further information, members of the public can visit www.millgreenoutletvillage.co.uk or call the Community Affairs team on Freephone 08000 355 872.

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From the producers of last year’s swashbuckling pantomime, Peter Pan, Qdos Entertainment presents ALADDIN Wolverhampton’s biggest pantomime ever!

Starring X-Factor winner Joe McElderry as Aladdin, Lisa Riley as the Slave Of The Ring, CBeebies’ Mr Bloom - Ben Faulks as the Chief of Peking Police, internet sensation Doreen Tipton as the Lazy Empress Of China, Britain’s Got Talent finalist soprano Lucy Kay as the Princess, magician Stefan Pejic as evil Abanazar and fabulous pantomime dame - Ian Adams as Widow Twankey.

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Cannock Soroptimists held a very successful The Rotary Club of Cannock has taken part Feel Good Look Good event. Around 50 women in this year’s Bridgtown Primary School went along and enjoyed talking to the many Scarecrow & Knitting Festival by knitting over stall holders representing various organisations 450 flags to form bunting which has been hung connected with women’s health, all concerned on the school railings around the school. with helping women to feel better about themselves and has with ways to look themselves.

The school been decorated withafter ‘graffiti knitting’ from many other local people and organisations alongside that President Carole Holdcroft welcomed everyone, including provided by Rotary to support the festival which was held SI Midland Chase Region President Alyson Green and between 10th -13th October 2016. Also on display around Amanda Milling, MP for Cannock Chase. She also thanked the school were scarecrows, flowers and many other objects Cannock Lions for sponsoring the event. The first speaker all formed from ‘graffiti knitting’. was one of SI Cannock’s newer and younger members Kate Young - who told the audience a little about herself, Many shops and business in Bridgtown decorated their about Soroptimists and about her reasons, as a busy woman windows in support of this first ever knitting Festival in the working full time, for joining the international organisation. town.

She explained that it is the balance between working on projects which support those women less fortunate than us: The Rotary Club of Cannock has supported Bridgtown whether involved in domestic abuse, trafficking, needing Primary School for over 10years with a group of volunteers help to develop skills to become independent or self who provide weekly additional reading classes to year 2 & sufficient, with the social side of Soroptimism - the fun and 5 pupils. During this time the Rotary club of Cannock have friendship - which appealed to her initially and which still also made donations to the school to provide new books appeals to her. together with introducing the school to The Rotary ‘Books 4 home ‘project who donate pre used books for children at the school to choose a book of their own to take home read and keep forever.

Midland Chase Inspirational Woman competition, explained that her service will soon be available for two days every week at Stafford Hospital, an extension of the salon currently at Stoke Hospital. Like LGFB, her service gives an enormous confidence boost to women at a time when they have little self confidence. More information is available at www. uhnmcharity.org.uk

Pictured L-R our Rotary graffiti knitters Ann Sutton, Bobby Morrell, Gill Winter, Gloria Knight and June Bould For more information on Cannock Rotary is available on www.cannockrotary.co.uk or Facebook.

SI Cannock & District DOREEN SMITH

Members of SI of Cannock were greatly saddened when member of 32 years Doreen Kathy Coe, founder of Pathway, then spoke a little of Smith died suddenly following a stroke. the many ways they provide support to women victims wasViolence. born andTheir brought up inhas Great Wyrley;so the ofDoreen Domestic service developed Methodist church wassince central to the life her they family and much over the 22 years it began: lastofyear gave that ishelp where she met her Gordon alsoKathy where direct to 37 women in husband the Cannock areaand alone. she made asome of her lifelong friends.

Gordon and Doreen introduced woman who has been a client of Pathway initially in Great Wyrley their other two daughters and who lived now works with themwhere supporting women. were they thenher moved Cannock and spent many She toldborn, the audience storytoand it was very powerful, happy years there.

Doreen trained asthe a mature enabling others to understand a little of way a student victim becan a teacher, shesaid taught years at Glenthorne oftoDV feel. She thatfor themany bravest thing she ever Primary where was much loved - many did was toSchool make that firstshe step and call the help line -past and pupils continued toakeep touch with her.never looked although it has been longin process she has back. The 24 hour help line number is 01543 676800.

In January 1984 Doreen joined Soroptimist International, Cannock & District made many more lasting Alison Jackson of theand worldwide charity Look Goodfriendships there; in 2014 she was presented a certificate to mark Feel Better for cancer patients spokewith of the free beauty 30 years ofprovided membership and service.

She was always a workshops locally at New Cross and Stafford quiet lady, never wanting the limelight, always to Hospitals.

Cosmetics are donated by some of thepreferring large work in the background - she could totally beauty houses and each woman who be goes alongrelied to a upon whatevernot roleonly shereceives took on. help and advice but also a bag of workshop beauty goods valued at around £200. Anyone interested in She wasmore part of committees, she collected knowing canmany phone LGFB on 01372 747500.and made items for the women who needed to access the Pathway Project (helping women Fresh victimsHair, of domestic violence), Fiona Ford, who founded a bespoke wig fitting bakedfor cakes when ever required service cancer patients and whoand is atook past charge winner of of SI 12

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many of the raffles the club held. Her passion for all that Soroptimists do was reflected in the fact that half of the donations given at her funeral (held at Great Wyrley Methodist Church) will be given to Pathway, the remainder going to the Alzheimer Society, another charity very close to Vicky Farmer,Members nutrition of advisor, dispelled of the myths her heart. the club formedsome a guard of honour about our diet. We need to maintain balancedadiet which at her funeral, something which hasa become tradition includes carbohydrates, fats, fibre protein - cutting for them and which enables themand to show their love and anything respect.out completely can bring its own problems.

The evening gave the opportunity to talk to a colour analyst, nail technician, breast care specialist, podiatrist and staff led President Carole Holdcroft from St Giles Hospice as well as the speakers.

There silence was members in a minute’s a free prize draw and one lucky a basket at woman their lastwon meeting when they packed with pamper goodies.reflected There was greatrelationship ‘buzz’ with onatheir everyone finding the eveningwith informative interesting Doreenand - club members- will an added bonus for Cannock all Soroptimists is that a number miss her very much. of the ladies are keen to come along to a meeting and find out more about the club and the organisation.

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Sing for your Heart this Christmas – it’s good for you NATIONAL CHARITY HEART RESEARCH UK IS CALLING FOR CHOIRS

National charity Heart Research UK is calling for choirs, schools, bands, singers and pubs up and down the country to support its Sing for your Heart campaign this winter.

Research has shown that singing is good for the heart and that is why Heart Research UK has chosen this as a fun idea for people to take on during the festive period and to raise money for the great work that they do.

If you’re a choir, you could book a venue or sing in your local supermarket and donate a percentage of the tickets sales or pass around a collection bucket to raise money to Heart Research UK.

your area together during Christmas week to sing festive songs and pass round a collection bucket. You could host it in the pub, in the car park all wrapped up or on the village green.

Heart Research UK doesn’t mind how you organise it or how you raise the money – the choice is yours. The charity just wants everyone singing for their hearts this Christmas and raising money to help fund the prevention, treatment and cure of heart disease.

If you’re a school you could turn your annual nativity play into a Sing for your Heart event and ask parents to make a donation or sell tickets.

If you’re an individual who loves singing or in a band, why not put on a gig and donate a percentage of the proceeds.

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It’s so easy to get involved, all you need to do is contact Heart Research UK for your FREE Sing For Your Heart kit, set a date and venue to host your Sing, advertise for an audience with posters in the pack, nominate someone to go round with a collection bucket at the event and then send in the money to them.

You can sign up online at www.heartresearch.org.uk/ sfyh or call 0113 234 7474 or email community@heartresearch.org.uk And don’t forget – all money raised locally is spent locally on helping hearts near you.

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Most of these fireplaces are in stock should you require a quick delivery or are available on our next available fitting date should you require installation by our experienced Gas Safe team.

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Cannock Friends of St Giles

25 YEARS OF VOLUNTARY SERVICE TO THE HOSPICE Two committee members of Cannock Friends of St Giles recently received certificates and badges to mark 25 years of voluntary service to the Hospice. Chairman Janette Arrowsmith - who has been involved with St Giles since it first opened 33 years ago - presented the certificates to secretary Lynda Williams and treasurer Trish Mellor at a concert organised by the Friends group. Lyn and Trish were both surprised and pleased to receive their badges - 25 years had passed by very quickly! During that time the small group has organised many events, raising much needed funds for the work of the Hospice and promoting St Giles in many ways.

In November the group will decorate a tree at St Luke’s church in Cannock as part of the Christmas Tree Festival. Members of the public visit the church and are able to make donations for any of the groups represented there.

On December 11th they will be holding the annual Light up a Life service at 6.00pm at St Luke’s. It is always a very emotional service when all those who wish to remember

the life of a loved one join in a service of celebration and light. This year the Book of Remembrance will be available for viewing in the Lady Chapel both prior to and after the service and Cannock Friends will serve refreshments which are offered free of charge - at the back of the church following the service. Everyone who wishes to join in with this service will be made very welcome.

St Giles continues to offer a host of services: in-patient care, day patient and out-patient care, Hospice at Home, bereavement counselling - and so much more. The people of Cannock are always incredibly generous in their support of all that the local group of friends of St Giles does and that support is very much appreciated.

Photo: Trish Mellor, Treasurer; Janette Arrowsmith, Chairman of Cannock Friends of St Giles; Lynda Williams, secretary For more information please contact Trish Mellor 01543 578095 or 07971 597406

Rotary Donates £3000 to Brain Tumour Charity and local Hospices On Wednesday 14th September the Rotary Club of Cannock handed over £3,000 from money raised at their annual golf day held in July. The donations were presented to three outstanding local charities. Club president Harold Bould told the meeting that funds from the golf day had also enabled earlier donations to Rotaries own charity Rotary Foundation and the End Polio Now campaign.

John congratulated the club on its fund raising and said he was impressed by the clubs plans for the rest of the year which includes a large number of interesting social and fund raising events.

The evening concluded with John Sayer making a presentation to Club President Harold Bould who was this year’s winner of the clubs crown green bowling competition.

The clubs chosen charities who each received a cheque for £1,000 were: The Brain Tumour Charity, St Giles Hospice and Katharine House Hospice.

The club was also delighted to welcome Rotaries District Governor John Sayer who gave an interesting talk to the club members and guests about the future of Rotary and ‘The End Polio Now’ campaign which is now in its 31st year.

John outlined that before Rotary started the’ End Polio Now’ campaign some 1,000 cases per day of Polio were reported worldwide however, this year only 23 cases in total across the world have been recorded. He stated that a vaccination programme was ongoing in areas of the world were these 23 cases have been reported in a hope to eliminate the disease completely from the world’s population.

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Photograph L-R: Nick Booker from Katharine House Hospice, District Governor John Sayer, Paul Buckle from the Brain Tumour Charity, Club President Harold Bould & Trish Mellor from the Cannock Friends of St Giles Hospice.

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did was to make that first step and call the help line - and although it has been a long process she has never looked back. The 24 hour help line number is 01543 676800.

Alison Jackson of the worldwide charity Look Good Feel Better for cancer patients spoke of the free beauty workshops provided locally at New Cross and Stafford Hospitals. Cosmetics are donated by some of the large beauty houses and each woman who goes along to a workshop not only receives help and advice but also a bag of beauty goods valued at around £200. Anyone interested in knowing more can phone LGFB on 01372 747500.

a free prize draw and one lucky woman won a basket packed with pamper goodies. There was a great ‘buzz’ with everyone finding the evening informative and interesting an added bonus for Cannock Soroptimists is that a number of the ladies are keen to come along to a meeting and find out more about the club and the organisation. More information can be found at www.facebook.com/SICannock or www.sigbi.org/cannock-and-district/

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Fiona Ford, who founded Fresh Hair, a bespoke wig fitting service for cancer patients and who is a past winner of SI

Cannock Soroptimists are preparing for Christmas! But not just for themselves: as in previous years, club members do what they can to provide a better Christmas for some of those who may be in some sort of need this year.

They provide Christmas gifts for the women and children who will be living in a refuge run by the Pathway Project for women victims of domestic violence over the festive period. They send along toys, games, clothing, books, toiletries, jewellery - the recipients of the gifts are alwaystouched that there are people thinking of them at this time.

President Carole Holdcroft will coordinate the club’s preparation, cooking and serving of a Christmas Dinner in December for those who use the Soup Kitchen in Mill Street Cannock. They fund a large part of this meal too and usually serve over 50 meals, complete with all of the Christmas trimmings – again, this service to members of the community is always appreciated.

In lieu of sending cards to each other at Christmas, Soroptimists make donations to their International President’s appeal, held to mark United Nations Day on December 10th. The appeal this year is Educate to Lead - Napal and will help victims of the earthquake in Napal. Our President’s Appeal addresses human rights issues that follow a disaster. The earthquakes in Nepal

were devastating – physically, geographically, psychologically, financially, and economically. The resulting poverty has left women and girls more vulnerable. Human traffickers prey on rural women and deceive them into losing their freedom and human rights. Many have lost their livelihoods and need to find a way to care for themselves and their families – the Soroptimist project aims to alleviate this problem.

SI Cannock’s own Christmas Celebration will be held on December 6th at the Barns when they will be entertained by The Folkies, a small local group who provide good, fun music with plenty of audience participation.

If anyone would like to donate a gift, funds towards the Soup Kitchen dinner or would like to know more about the Christmas Celebration, more information is available by emailing si.cannock@outlook.com

Pictured: Soroptimists Sue Cartlidge; Carole Holdcroft [President, SI Cannock & District]; Lynne Tuckley; Jill Gooch; Janis Lomas

Cannock Chase ranked top 10 in the country for food hygiene scores SCHEME PROVIDES CONSUMERS INFORMATION ABOUT HYGIENE STANDARDS Cannock Chase is ranked in the top 10 Districts in the country, when it comes to the proportion of businesses that pass food hygiene inspections, according to a recent Guardian report.

The condition of the structure of the premises and the cleanliness, layout, lighting, ventilation and other facilities

Cannock Chase Council, along with all other local authorities in England and Wales, participates in the National Food Hygiene Rating Scheme. This scheme provides consumers with information about hygiene standards in food premises, at the time they are inspected by local authority officers to check compliance with legal requirements.

How the business manages food safety and the inspector’s confidence that standards will be maintained in the future

A business can be given a rating from 0 up to 5 following a visit by an officer. This is based on how well the business is meeting the requirements of food hygiene law.

In particular:How hygienically the food is handled - safe food preparation, cooking, re-heating, cooling and storage

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Councillor Muriel Davis, Health and Wellbeing Portfolio Leader said “We are delighted to be ranked in the top 10 in the country for our food hygiene ratings; with 99% of the businesses we have inspected being rated at three or better. This is testament to the good work and efforts of our officers and the vast majority of responsible businesses who try hard to ensure the correct procedures are being followed and that all hygiene standards meet legal requirements. We encourage all residents to look out for the black and green rating sticker, which should be displayed in the window of all food businesses.”

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You’re going to be spoilt for choice by our extensive range of wallpaper. In fact, we have one of the largest selections of wallpaper in the country. And with so many types to choose from, we’re bound to have a style you’ll love. Styles from leading suppliers Sanderson, Morris & Co and Harlequin.

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Four Ashes Plumbing Supplies Ltd DUE TO LAUNCH Four Ashes Plumbing SuppliesBATHROOM Ltd was established in 2015 and is situated on the Sprint LFour Ashes Plumbing Supplies LtdFour wasAshes.

Industrial Estate on Station Road, established in 2015 and is situated on the Sprint They are an independent Industrial plumbing andEstate heating on Station Road, Four Ashes. merchant who cater for They are an the demands of busy independent plumbing tradesman also to and heatingand merchant the whoneeds cater of forthe thegeneral public. demands of busy tradesmantheir and also to Alongside extensive the needs generaland heating materials, they are stock rangeofofthe plumbing public. also due to launch a sizeable bathroom showroom with something to suitextensive all tastesstock and budgets.

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A few tips for your furry friend this festive season WISHING YOU A SAFE DOGGY CHRISTMAS

The festive season can be a strange time for our dogs. Their usual home environment is filled with trees, flowers and other decorations and there are odd noises such as crackers and fireworks. Your routine is likely to change and there may be unfamiliar visitors coming to the house.

and dogs tend to eat tinsel a little like spaghetti - often consuming an entire ribbon of tinsel in one go! Again these are often not especially toxic (even if not particularly nutritious either) but can bunch up and cause blockages or, more worryingly start to work their way through the guts whilst some is still in the stomach, this effectively runs a thread through the intestines and causes a linear foreign body which can be extremely serious!

Your dog may also get a nasty shock if they chew through the electrical cable for your Christmas lights!

We have tried to give you a few of the most common Christmas dangers around the home for your dog below.

It goes without saying, if in doubt about your pet’s health contact your vet and they will be able to advise you.

Food hazards Chocolate, onions, nuts, blue cheese, fruit cakes, puddings and mince pies can all be toxic to dogs. Watch out for turkey bones as these can cause choking, constipation or cause damage to your dog’s intestines.

Christmas trees Most species are low toxicity but may cause a mild gastrointestinal upset (vomiting and/or diarrhoea) if chewed. Pine needles in themselves can get stuck in paws and cause irritation as well as potentially causing irritation or perforation of the intestines if eaten. Vacuum daily and ideally keep plenty of water in the bucket to help reduce the number of fallen needles.

Decorations Christmas decorations are designed to look attractive and beautiful; unfortunately this usually means they are also tempting to your furry friends. Whilst not often toxic in their own right they can still cause significant problems if ingested. Baubles will tend to splinter or smash into shards which can cause irritation, perforation or blockages 36

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Holly, mistletoe and poinsettia All of these pretty types of festive foliage are mildly toxic if ingested and can cause vomiting, drooling, diarrhoea to name a few, so should be avoided or kept well out of reach.

Batteries Ingestion of batteries is more common at this time of year.

If the battery is chewed and pierced it can cause chemical burns and heavy metal poisoning. If they are swallowed whole it is possible they will cause an obstruction. All batteries are potentially toxic so if you suspect your dog has chewed or swallowed a battery speak to your local vet.

Presents One area where people can come unstuck is with Christmas presents. We put a lot of effort in hiding away potential problems but then wrap up auntie Flo’s big box of chocolates to place under the tree. Although we can no longer tell what it is... our dogs can! Apart from the irritation of having them unwrap someone else’s present and having diarrhoea in the living room on Christmas day, there is likely to be an emergency trip to the vets needed. Make sure any tasty or tempting presents are placed high enough out of the way so that your dog can’t help themselves.

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Helpful hints for your pets this Bonfire night FRIGHTENING TIME FOR ALL OUR PETS

This is a fun time of year for many, but Bonfire night can be a distressing and frightening time for all our pets, not just dogs. Cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters and birds can all be affected, and you can really help your pet by ensuring you make them as calm and comfortable as possible.

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JB’s 6 a Side Tournament IN MEMORY OF JOHN BROTHERTON Harrisons Sports & Social Club were greatly saddened when member John Brotherton sadly passed away on the 1st September.

John was a fantastic Father, Husband and Grandad and a friend to many, he will be greatly missed by all.

John was the Harrison’s FC Groundsmen and was a huge part of the club over the past 10 years.

John’s son, Tom organised “JB’s 6 a side tournament”.

The tournament was held on Saturday 8th October at Great Wyrley in John’s memory. The day was a huge success with the sun shining, and lots of John’s family and friends attending.

All 10 teams played superbly and there were lots of aching legs afterwards.

Everyone went to Harrisons after the game for food and a few hard earned drinks.

To Tom’s amazement he has raised a phenomenal £3500 for Cancer Research. Tom said “I cannot believe how many people have donated, I’m still so overwhelmed with the generosity from everyone and I can’t thank you all enough.

JB’s 6 a side tournament is going to be a yearly event in memory of my father John if the lads can hack it!”

Chase Arts for Public Places [CHAPS] CHAPS ABSOLUTELY DELIGHTED WITH RESPONSE CHAPS has been absolutely delighted with the response for applications for named bricks in Phase 4 - the final phase - of the Mining Memorial located in Hednesford. It was far greater than expected and requests for 501 bricks have been received. This means that it will take longer than anticipated for the bricks to be produced and so CHAPS won’t be in a position to lay them until mid November at the earliest– and that, of course, will depend on the weather conditions.

The original plan was to hold a small, private service of dedication early in December but again, the wonderful response has led the committee to review that idea and it is now intended to hold a dedication service similar to those for phases 1, 2 and 3.

The date has been confirmed as Saturday 22nd April 2017 at 2.00pm.

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A new insert listing the names of all those included within phase 4 will be produced which will fit inside the book “A Lasting Tribute”. Everyone who has purchased a brick will receive a copy of the insert, free of charge. Those who have ordered a copy of the book will receive their phase 4 insert with the book; for everyone else, they will be available at the Dedication Service.

The pre-ordered books, containing inserts for phases 3 and 4, will be available for collection on Friday and Saturday 25th and 26th November 2016 from Bella’s Café, Market Street, Hednesford between 10.00am and 3.00pm when members of CHAPS will be present. Mike Mellor, President of CHAPS said “Our thanks go to owners Sarah and Mark Walker for allowing us to use their premises”.

Information will be available on the website: www.chaseartsforpublicspaces.co.uk For further information please contact: Mike Mellor, President, CHAPS, 01543 578095 or 07583 655199

Harrisons Sports and Social Club ENTERTAINMENT THIS CHRISTMAS!

Christmas is just around the corner and it’s time to get your glad rags on and come and join in the fun in the great friendly atmosphere at Harrisons. Enjoy live bands every Thursday, we are keeping music live in South Staffs, it’s so much better to see live musicians and it gets the people up dancing. Entertainment is on every Saturday evening and again there are a number of live bands performing then also.

Wednesday is Bingo night when prize and money games are played, this starts at 9pm and as with everything, visitors are always made welcome at Harrisons You can check out these shows on our Facebook page, Harrisons Sports and Social Club.

We have a great Christmas line up with Showaddywaddy Tribute night on 23rd December and Knoxville Highway Country Band Xmas Special on Thursday 29th December.

Tickets are on sale for these two events.

Every Tuesday from 9pm to midnight our resident DJ Ron Dixon spins the discs at the DISCO PARTY NIGHT.

A proper party atmosphere where you can dance the evening away to 60s/70s/80s/90s music. Something to celebrate or just want a good fun night out, come to the Disco with your guests, its just £2 to pay at the door and you are guaranteed a fantastic night out.

Harrisons have an excellent range of drinks to choose from including cask ales at just £2.60p a pint. Bottles of wine at £8.40p or by the glass if you wish, you will find something for everyone’s taste at very reasonable prices.

Calling all Staffordshire Dixieland/Trad Jazz fans, on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month come along to Harrisons Jazz Night. See the Midlands top Jazz bands. Music from 8.45pm to 11.15pm. Let’s keep Jazz alive in Staffordshire.

The Country Music Nights are on the 2nd and 4th Thursday nights of each month and very popular with some really top country bands performing. As with all our gigs visitors are welcome. The country music starts at 8.45pm until about 11.30pm. All Thursday nights are just £3 admission at the door.

So where is Harrisons, we are just 300 yards off the A34 at Great Wyrley mid-way between Bloxwich and Cannock, WS6 6EU. Hope to see there.

We want to wish all of our customer’s and members a very merry Christmas and a happy new year.

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RECIPE

Serves 6

by Mike Whitehurst Photography by Megan Cupitt-Lawrence

By Mike Whitehurst instagram.com/takefood www.takefood.co.uk

Makes 8

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Beetroot and gin cured salmon with garlic and lemon

prawns and asparagus and a celeriac remoulade IN TEACAKE BUN WITH SWEET POTATO FRIES & RAITHA Something different for your barbecue this coming Ingredients • 450g organic salmonon fillet skin on and summer - ifof your barbecuing a Saturday you need descaled to start this recipe on a Thursday evening • 200ml of pure beetroot juice to flavours to develop inside the meat.

• allow 1 box of Maldon sea salt • Pink PATTIE peppercorns BURGER INGREDIENTS •

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Rapeseed oil

1 thumb sized piece of fresh ginger - peel and grate 2 tablespoons of brown sugar A bottle gin also grated 8 cloves of of garlic 2 lemons 1 tsp of turmeric 1 celeriac 1 small jar of Hellman’s 1 tsp of ground cinnamonmayonnaise Fresh Dill 1 small bunch of chopped fresh mint leaves Fresh Parsley 1 tsp of crushed white or black peppercorns Gherkins Dijon mustard 1.4 kilo of good quality shoulder of lamb minced Asparagus spears

• 12 Large withingredients tail on Thoroughly mixprawns the above • Unsalted butter together and store in the fridge overnight • Clove of garlic

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• 1 tsp of grated nutmeg • 3 days prior to Christmas day, pour the beetroot juice and • zest of half a lemon 50ml of gin into the plastic container laying the salmon • 50g ofside caster sugar flesh down in the juice and then pop in the fridge until the next day.

• 50g ofcover dicedand unsalted butter • 150ml of milk • The next day take the salmon out of the fridge and remove from beetroot juice, shake off excess juice • 1 medium eggthe beaten and pat dry with kitchen towel then lay out flat on your • 125g of green raisins food tray skin side down. Discard the beetroot juice.

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Finely chop 2/3rds of the herbs and mix with lemon zest, TEACAKE 2 tbsp METHOD of sugar and 4 tablespoons of sea salt and pat this down on top of the flesh side of the salmon fillet.

Mix the dry ingredients together apart from the raisins.

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Cover the tray tightly and leave to cure in your fridge for the next 2 days. Once it is ready it will feel firm to the touch, this is because the cure has drawn out a lot of the liquid from inside the flesh which you will see in the tray you can just get rid of this.

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Rinse off the cure mix and discard. Slice the salmon into

until the butter has melted then remove from the heat thin even slices and set side ready to prepare the rest of and whisk in the egg. Make a well in the centre of the dish. the flour and pour in the warm milk mix stirring until Get comes a skillet on the heatTurn add the a dash of rapeseed oil and a• dough together. dough out onto a nob of butter, finely chopped garlic a few herbs and a floured surface and knead for 5 minutes and then sea salt - fry the asparagus and now without cleaning add the and make it isadding evenlymore distributed the fruit pan throw in thesure prawns butter and a squeeze of dough. lemon juice throughout the Spray a glass bowl with oil and place the dough inside covered with a piece • Whilst the prawns and asparagus are cooling down of oiled cling film. Leave this for about 2 hours or grate the celeriac and gherkins into a bowl, squeeze doubled size and back when pressed overinlemon juice bounces and a tblsp of Dijon mustard, mixin. in with a good dollop of mayonnaise, roughly chop in some

Divideparsley the dough into 8, roll into balls folding the and dill and chill in fridge. Create a quenelle by corners in onthe each other and tucking underneath shaping remoulade between 2 dessert spoons then roll out to about 1cm thickness. Place on • Arrangetray the items on a plate per photograph your baking and cover withas oiled cling film and serve with a wedge of lemon and a drizzle of rapeseed and then leave to rise for about an hour. oil. For any recipe queries and advice please contact mike@takefood.co.uk Remove the clingfilm and bake for about 18 minutes at 190oC. Once risen and golden . allow to cool ready to be toasted.

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November

KEEP YOUR SKIN MOISTURISED WHEN THE LEAVES DRY UP November is the eleventh and penultimate month of the year in the Julian and Gregorian Calendars and one of four months with 30 days. November was the ninth month of the ancient Roman calendar, it retained its name (from the Latin novem meaning “nine”) when January and February were added to the Roman calendar.

November’s birthstones are the topaz (particularly, yellow) which symbolizes friendship and the citrine, its birth flower is the chrysanthemum. The zodiac signs for the month of November are Scorpio (until November 21) and Sagittarius (November 22 onwards).

Some Quite Interesting facts about November •

The Anglo-Saxons called November ‘Blotmonath’ after the blood of slaughtered cattle.

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According to data from Twitter, the Spanish are more likely to tweet “Te amo” (I love you) in November than in any other month.

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More domestic burglaries take place in November than any other month.

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November is the only month when more rain usually falls on London than Paris.

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According to research last year by Clearblue pregnancy testing, November is the least popular month for women to want to have babies in.

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The push button telephone was invented by the Bell Telephone Company in November 1963.

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The Leonids meteor shower typically reaches its peak around November 17.

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“November is the most disagreeable month in the whole year,” (Louisa M Alcott, Little Women).

• November is the month when leaves dry up, change colour and get blown from the trees; the same cold and windy days can also cause your skin to dry and make it prone to damage.

Here at The Chase CACI Clinic we are well equipped to help prevent that damage happening. The superb equipment and excellent products we use are all producing outstanding results for our clients.

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For this month we have a new addition for the handbag that can be used at any time: The Crystal Clear ‘Lift Away the Years’ wand. This is a small battery driven device that uses sonic technology, it fits neatly into most bags and is accessible as and when required. The device is used in conjunction with Crystal Clear’s Anti -Ageing serum and is showing marvellous results.

We have also introduced our ‘Self Indulgence’ packages, where you can select four of our most popular treatments for £95 then lie back and be indulged. The Chase CACI Clinic gift cards for Christmas are now available (either with one of our images or you can provide your own to personalise it). The Crystal Clear wand or ‘Self Indulgence’ packages both make wonderful Christmas gifts.

We understand that taking the first step to visit a Clinic can be daunting so we are offering ‘Tasters’ for small groups of friends (4 or 5) to relax in our comfortable waiting room for a chat and then be given a personal tour of the clinic and what we can offer. We appreciate that people have differing demands on their days so we are offering both evenings and afternoons. In the evening you will be a given a drink and some nibbles and in the afternoon tea and cakes.

Our therapists are here to ensure that you receive the finest care to deliver the best possible outcomes. The clinic is in a very discreet location with a tranquil atmosphere that encourages you to relax and get the maximum benefit from your time with us.

Please visit our website, email us or just give us a call if you have any queries or to book your free consultation – we are more than happy to help. We genuinely enjoy what we do and get great pleasure from seeing the difference we can make for our clients.

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JOIN NOW AND GET DECEMBER FREE DON’T WORRY ABOUT OVER INDULGING THIS CHRISTMAS! South Staffordshire Council’s leisure centres are offering you the chance to join in November and get December FREE, so why wait until the New year, when you can start now?

There are a great range of facilities available: • Gyms • Exercise Classes and Studio Cycling • The Ultimate Myride Cycling Experience • Swimming • Toning* Forward to Health Scheme offering discounts for people whose health would benefit from exercise

ALL THIS FOR LESS THAN 70P PER DAY! The leisure centres are open 7 days a week (subject to bank holidays) and welcome everyone including non-members.

You can pay as you go which allows you to use us as little or as often as you like. However if you are thinking of trying to come fairly regularly, a membership may be your cheapest option!

The leisure centres offer affordable and flexible membership packages to suit everyone’s needs and budgets, with little commitment. We have tailored our packages to try and meet our customer’s needs with a huge variety of options to think about.

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Competition 3 DIVAS TRIBUTE One lucky winner can win a pair of tickets to see 3 DIVAS TRIBUTE (Madonna, Cher & Tina Turner) in a spectacular live show at the Robin 2, Bilston, Wolverhampton on Friday 25th November 2016.

This dazzling live production celebrates the phenomenal success of three iconic female superstars: Madonna, Tina Turner and Cher. Each extremely unique, these ladies have dominated the world of music, fashion, film and celebrity for over four decades.

With powerful live vocalists, gorgeous dancers and a stunning band, the 3Divas show takes us on a nostalgic journey through the careers of these legendary ladies, paying tribute to the songs, the looks and the performances that have earned them recognition throughout the world.

First to take to the stage is Cher, played by remarkable impersonator Elly Jarmain. Performing Cher’s greatest hits including the classic “Turn Back Time” and Grammy Award winning “Believe”, the cast of the 3Divas show draw their audience into Cher’s crazy world of enormous hair and flamboyant costumes, all topped off with that distinctive deep voice and dry wit.

We then welcome West End performer Karin Bello, who throws herself heart and soul into her role as the incredible ball of energy that is Tina Turner. With the voice, the legs and the dynamic stage presence of Tina herself, Karin leads her dancers across the stage with a strut, a shimmy and a shake to hits such as Simply the Best, River Deep Mountain High and Proud Mary.

Finally the 3Divas show reveals their uncanny copycat to the Material Girl herself, Madonna. This final section of the show is based around the Queen of Pop’s sell out tours, with striking choreography and couture costumes based on originals by Gaultier and Givenchy. With hits including Vogue, Like a Prayer and Hung Up, the climax of the 3Divas show reminds us all why Madonna is the biggest selling female artist of all time.

TICKETS FOR THE 3DIVAS TRIBUTE (MADONNA, CHER & TINA TURNER) ROBIN 2, BILSTON, WOLVERHAMPTON TAKING PLACE ON FRIDAY 25TH NOVEMBER ARE AVAILABLE FROM: WOLVERHAMPTON – ROBIN 2 BOX OFFICE NO: 01902 401211 WEBSITE – WWW.THEROBIN.CO.UK TICKETS - £15.00 ON THE DOOR / £12.50 (ADVANCE) DOORS OPEN 7.30PM / ON STAGE – 8.45PM

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Sue Starr

ESTABLISHED CLINICAL THERAPIST With a background in corporate coaching and development; Sue Starr has been an established clinical therapist for nearly 6 years and has seen many clients with a range of different issues. Developing strong links with GP’s and schools, Sue has experience with a vast range of personal challenges and symptoms that people have been struggling with, sometimes for years.

many of the cases of my clients. It helps them know they are not alone in their feelings and that there are ways to help make positive change”.

As an example, a recent report in the Daily Express demonstrated how for one client, hypnotherapy helped for their sugar addiction. The report quotes the NHS as advising “Hypnosis is widely promoted as a treatment for various long-term conditions and for breaking certain habits”and continues “hypnosis does seem to have an effect, though scientists disagree about how it works”.

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Through her work with schools, Sue has built a range of tools and techniques specifically to support younger clients from age 6 upwards. These techniques along with a natural affinity, connection and passion for supporting young people, has meant many parents now go to Sue to help improve the welfare of their children.

The range of success stories cannot be denied, Sue adds “testimonials I have received demonstrate that through commitment from the client, genuine life enhancing changes can take place”.

Many people believe they are alone in how they feel and behave in certain situations and that there is no help for them. Sue adds “whilst individual circumstances may vary, there is more commonality than differences in

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Audi A1

BY ROB TAYLOR

EVERYTHING’S A-OK

Since time immemorial car manufacturers have tailored small hatchbacks to be cheap and cheerful, reserving their premium quality goods for larger models in the range: until now.

The newly revised Audi A1 perfects and takes to the masses an idea that has been flourishing for some time: a small car that’s big on quality.

BMW has been doing this for over fifteen years with its Mini and for a while other manufacturers have been running to catch up – even Audi. Yet this idea refuses to go away. And, in an ever changing motoring climate, where fuel economy figures, low tax bandings and insurance groupings are considered of paramount importance, the notion of dressing up a little hatchback in a smart suit and bowtie seems more appealing than ever.

This 97g/km of Co2 emitting petrol version of the three or five-door premium motor absolutely nails the winning formula and boasts a new three-cylinder engine which promises 67mpg fuel economy, allied to nippy performance and fine road manners.

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Synonymous with the very best in Teutonic craftsmanship and engineering and now available for a relatively low starting price of £14,315, the Audi A1 is better equipped than most to pull off a conjuring trick that would elude both illusionists and hypnotists alike: to make a small car seem like a big car. But can an A3 ever be distilled down to make an A1 or are its qualities - and those of still larger sibling models - indivisible?

In SE spec there’s alloy wheels, remote central locking, air conditioning, electric front windows and mirrors and a sixspeaker single CD audio system with auxiliary iPod connection linked to a 6.5-inch retractable display. A Sport variant is available if you like more in the way of tech and gadgets and, as ever with Audi, you can spend nearly the basic price again if you tick all the options.

The exterior front-end certainly looks like every other Audi in today’s line-up, displaying soft and simple styling lines that appear crisp and effortlessly contemporary.

There is also the small matter of how well the A1 drives to consider - a task the little super-mini carries off with some aplomb, managing as it does to serve up a ride that does nothing to disgrace its larger brethren. Everything A-OK here, then? Well, yes, assuming you are prepared to drive it like you stole it and rev it until the pistons dance on the dashboard. Out on the road its smooth and responsive 1.0 litre TFSI engine is not particularly torquey, but it’s eager enough when revved and can reach a top speed of 116 mph.

Climb in, sit down and close the door. An everyday and perfunctory operation in most small cars but in the A1, even this is rewarding: the door clasps itself to the bodyshell with a subdued and deftly cushioned ‘thud’. This is the sound of pound notes insulating you from common or garden hatchback penny-pinching.

The theme of defying convention continues inside. This is not a small car; there is ample room even when fully loaded; shapely seats, a comfortable driving position, a big boot and fine all-round visibility.

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My Dear Kia…

BY ROB TAYLOR

YOU’RE CHISELLED AND VOLUMINOUS

It struck me strongly while enjoying majestic coastal views from the A1, north of Berwick upon Tweed, just how incredibly good the latest Kia Sportage really is. Unsurprisingly I was driving said Sportage at that precise moment, and had been for some time – north of Berwick is for me very northerly indeed, because I’m a Black Country lad who was brought up to believe Manchester was where the map ran out, when ‘up north’ – but until that moment I think I’d only known it in an theoretical sense, and not yet discovered it directly for myself – empirically.

I’ve longed held the view that to truly understand a car you have to spend many, many miles at the wheel. The notion that you can decide which vehicle is right for you after a quick test-drive, with the petrol warning light lit, at your local dealership is nonsense.

To truly know whether you and a car are compatible takes much, much more: like relationships, you both need to get under each other’s skin; to discover not just petty annoyances but how to forgive them; to flush out pride and aggrandisement and learn to accept it; to uncover deeper qualities, not written about on the surface, which can make all the difference. But since these abstract experiences are really too intangible to express and because 62

this “ode to car” is starting to read more and more uncomfortably like a romance, I’ll skip back to the facts, which can rightly sell the Sportage better than anything else.

Kia’s best-selling model in the UK is now in its fourth incarnation.

This all-new Sportage now boasts four engines, which have each seen major advancements in fuel economy and emissions: I have here the one most people will buy, the 1.7 litre 114 bhp diesel, which returns 61.4 mpg and releases 119 g/km Co2.

Because an engine is at the heart of every car; nothing defines character better. And in this case this Kia benefits enormously from its torquey power-plant – at impressively low revs this four-pot is tractable. Equally it is quiet and refined, requiring only minimal encouragement to get it up to speed, and more it’s more than happy to cruise, so it makes for a very useable motorway tool.

It is more than able in urban environments also. The Sportage has always been a wieldy crossover vehicle, owing to a sensible footprint and good visibility.

Improvements have been made despite this, by lowering the position of the door mirrors and reducing the thickness of both A- and C-pillars still further.

Dimensions remain unchanged on this new model, except for a small almost imperceptible increase in wheelbase – which rear passengers will be grateful for.

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Extras on this Eco ‘2’ model – which costs just £22,050 – gift to you enlarged 17” alloy wheels and a parking camera, to help you avoid scraping them, and the Sportage’s new – according to Kia – “chiselled and voluminous” rear-end. See, I’m not the first to eulogise about this car. I also think its rather handsome from the front as well… [that’s enough car-love – Ed] Inside the cabin there’s significant improvements in quality – and Kia has been outstanding at this for some years, so this is improvement upon already established quality: to my eyes everything fits snugly, every surface feels beautifully tactile and serviceable for every one of the 100,000 miles (or seven years) Kia’s warranty covers for. And as is so often the case nowadays, there’s just too much technology to mention here so here’s my abridged version: you and yours will be kept very safe indeed; very well entertained, in total comfort.

The Sportage is just the sort of car to make travelling considerable miles considerably easy: but don’t take my word for it. Pack it to the rafters (bootspace is 491 litres/ 1480 litres with the seats dropped), select a comfy seat setting (there are many), connect your every gadget and widget (buzz acronyms of the moment include: USB, AUX, DAB, LED) and set out to discover one of your as-yet-undiscovered new frontiers. I’m sure if you ask nicely you can persuade your local dealer to trust you with one of his demonstrators.

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