Welcome… to the latest edition of THE STRATTON & TASBURGH BOOK!
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Inside you’ll find articles covering a wide range of interesting subjects; Health, Beauty, Home & Interiors, Motoring, Gardening and a fantastic selection of puzzles & quizzes complete with answers at the end.
The magazine you’re holding is for local people - we include local reports from clubs and charities, provide limited FREE space within ‘Community Events & What’s On’ to enable you to publicise your local fundraiser events.
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What’s Inside…
Page:
6 - Beauty; Beauty Boxes
8 - Recipe: Asparagus & Salmon Mini Frittatas
18 - Health; Supplements
19 - Wordsearch; Insects
20 - Recipé; Rhubarb Sponge Slice
22 - Parenting; And So to Sleep 24 - Home & Interiors; Natural Flooring
25 - Anniversaries Early Summer 2021
28 - Motoring; Switch to an Electric Vehicle
30 - Fun Quiz; Land & Sea
31 - Gardening; Love Your Lawn
32 - Local Reports
33 - Meeting Outside? Time for a Picnic
34 - Community Events & What’s On
35 - The Best Apps for Food
36 - Quiz Page; Word Ladder Sudoku & Codeword
37 - Business Cards
38 - Quiz Answers
38 - Advert sizes & fees
39 - Index
This magazine is one of 5,000 copies delivered to residents & businesses in: Long Stratton, Tasburgh, Newton Flotman, Hempnall, Morningthorpe, Fritton, Shelton, Hardwick, Saxlingham Nethergate, Saxlingham Green, Swainsthorpe, Tharston, Gt Moulton & Wacton.
Are Women Saving Enough for Later Life? Explaining the Pensions Contribution Gap
Saving for later life is an essential part of your financial planning – but are enough of us doing it? New research from the Scottish Widows suggests that, while the pensions contribution gap between men and women has fallen to just 1%, there is still a long way to go before everyone is saving properly. Their research suggests that while the gap between the genders in terms of adults who are “saving adequately” has fallen, there’s still a big gap in terms of how much men and women are saving on average. Because of this, it’s important to look at all the different factors together when it comes to investigating savings equality.
What is the pensions contribution gap?
Simply put, this statistic is a measure of how many men are saving adequately for later life versus how many women. Saving adequately in this measure means saving enough to live on as pensioners without either having to continue working or relying on other support – it’s calculated at around 12% of your salary.
According to research from Scottish Widows, the pensions contribution gap has fallen to the narrowest it’s ever been, a difference of just 1%. The study found that 60% of men are saving adequately compared to 59% of women. Obviously, aside from the gender difference, there’s a big issue here in that so many people of either gender are not saving properly, around 4 in 10.
The other side of this issue is that on average women are still saving a lot less. So even if the gap is down to just 1% in terms of “adequate savings”, men are still in general saving significantly more – around £1,300 a year!
Scottish Widows suggest that this difference in average amount saved is caused by related gender pay issues, like the gender pay gap, a higher proportion of women in part-time work, as well as the higher frequency of career breaks for women. These career breaks can seriously interrupt the ability to save for
later life, by effectively “resetting” savings. The study blames these structural inequalities for the pension contribution gap, arguing that more should be done to try and alleviate these inequalities to ensure pensions equality.
The study also found that young women are struggling the most, with fewer than half (46%) of women in their twenties saving the recommended minimum of 12% of their salary, compared with 54% of men the same age.
Is Covid-19 having an impact?
As with everything else over the past year, we can’t cover a story without also considering the impact of the pandemic. Unfortunately, it seems that the Covid19 crisis is likely to exacerbate the pensions contribution gap.
The worry here is that some of the pandemic’s effects on industries like hospitality, where many people have been made redundant or had their hours reduced, is only going to make the gap more pronounced. As women tend to make up the majority of employees in this sector, the pandemic could end up rolling back years of progress.
Also, with companies frequently making their part-time staff redundant ahead of full-time colleagues, this seems likely to disproportionately impact those women working part-time who were already likely to not be saving adequately into a pension or other later life savings product.
While we all know we should be saving for later life, it isn’t always so easy. The best thing is to get some advice on what’s best for your situation. At Face to Face Finance, we offer pensions reviews, so we can take a look at your existing savings, as well as advice on private pensions, so we can identify the best scheme for you.
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WHO CARES FOR THE CARERS?
Almost 1 in 8 people in Norfolk are looking after a friend or family member who due to illness, disability or an addiction can’t manage without their support. All unpaid carers are entitled to support but many find it hard to navigate their way through the services available. In recognition of this, Norfolk County Council has funded a comprehensive support service for carers, Carers Matter Norfolk, which offers:
• 7 day a week Freephone advice line 0800 083 1148: Carers can chat to our experienced, friendly advisors about any of their caring concerns. The advice
line is open from 8am-8pm Monday-Friday, 4pm-8pm on Saturdays and 8am-noon on Sundays
• One to one support: We have a team of Carer Connectors who can visit you in your home or a place convenient you, to offer tailored support and in-depth, complex advice.
• Counselling: We have a free counselling service for carers who find that their caring role is affecting their own health & wellbeing.
• Education & Training We have created the UK’s first dedicated Carer’s Self Help Hub with over 450 online videos, podcasts and training courses in areas such as general healthcare to first aid, infection, nutrition and how to navigate the healthcare system.
• Carers Voice We provide a forum for carers to share their views, keep in touch with each
other and access to one of over 140 peer support groups. If you are a carer, or know someone who is, please visit www.carersmatternorfolk.org.uk or call our advice line
NEW GRANTS AVAILABLE FOR SOUTH NORFOLK & BROADLAND BUSINESSES
New business grants from £2,000 to £20,000 are available to support large, small and micro businesses from South Norfolk and Broadland District Councils through the second phase of its discretionary business grant. The Councils welcome applications from South Norfolk and Broadland businesses of any size, whether home based or based in business premises, business rated or not rated, self-employed or employing staff. They are particularly keen to hear from businesses that have so far been unable to receive any COVID-19 financial support.
To qualify for the Additional Restrictions Grant, businesses must have experienced a loss of income (turnover) of at least 20% or £40,000 and fall into one of the following categories:
1. A rated business that did not qualify for Local Restrictions Support Grant payments during national lockdowns or local restrictions
2. A business that has so far been unable to receive any COVID-19 financial support – including businesses with premises which are not business-rated, or without its own business rating
3. A business that employs 10 or more full-time equivalent employees and wishes to request a top-up to a previous Local Restrictions Support Grant award
Any business that needs support is encouraged to get in touch to find out what funding they may be eligible for. Please share with your business networks and fellow business owners.
To find out more and apply for an Additional Restrictions Grant or another business grant visit
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3rd LONG STRATTON BROWNIE PACK meets every Thursday 6pm - 7.30pm term time at the Methodist church, Manor Road, Long Stratton. If your daughter is aged between 7 and 10 years and would like to join Brownies please call Brown Owl (Gill) on 01508 530378 or e-mail gillworrell@btinternet.com for further information or to arrange a visit to see what we do.
LONG STRATTON GYMNASTIC CLUB every Thursday evening and Saturday afternoon caters for girls aged 5 to 18 years. The club runs a disability session on a Saturday which is open to boys and girls at Long Stratton Leisure Centre, first session free. For more information contact Tina on 01379 740948.
LONG STRATTON TODDLER GROUP every Monday and Wednesday morning 9.15-11.15am (term time only). Held at the Methodist church on Manor Road. First session free, £2.00 thereafter. www.longstrattontoddlers.co.uk
TAS WELL JUNIORS - The last Saturday of every month 6-8pm at the Tas Well Social Club for children of all ages. Games, activities & lots of fun. More info: Mel on 01508 532146 or mel.large@btinternet.com
COFFEE MEETING - meet some old friends, make some new friends, have a chat, a cup of tea & a piece of cake at the Coffee Pot, every Wednesday 2.003.30pm in the Tasburgh Church Room.
CASUALTIES UNION NORWICH BRANCH - Meets at the Vauxhall Centre, Johnson Place, Norwich, NR2 2SA 7:30pm 9:30pm Weds new members welcome for details contact 01508 494492 www.casualtiesunion.org.uk
KIDDY COOK - Cookery workshops for 4-11 year old chefs held in Tasburgh. Held once a month on Saturday mornings and during school holidays. www.kiddycook.co.uk or call Fran on 07973 724870 for the latest schedule.
HEMPNALL MILL CENTRE- Bookings: Jackie Jackson 01508 499061. info@hempnallmillcentre.co.uk www.hempnallmillcentre.co.uk
NEED SOMEWHERE TO HOLD A FUNCTION?
Anniversary celebration, children’s party, christening, birthday party, Family & friends get-together the Mill Centre in Hempnall is available for hire – please call Jackie Jackson on 01508 499061 or email jackson.jc@btinternet.com
TASBURGH UNITED FOOTBALL CLUB - Our FA Charter Standard club won Norfolk FA’s Grassroots club of the year for 2019. We have FA qualified coaches who train boys and girls from age 5 to 15, and we have various teams playing in the Norfolk
Youth Combined League. New players and volunteers welcome! For more info you can find us on Facebook, at www.tasburghunited.com or call Dan Edwards on 07813 045764.
THARSTON HISTORY SOCIETY regularly meets on the last Wednesday of alternate months. Everyone is welcome - admission is free but there is a retiring collect to help with Society expenses. For further information please see our website www.tharston-historysociety.com or email web@tharston-historysociety.com.
FITNESS CLASSES - Long Stratton High School on Monday, Wednesday and Friday evening. Choose from circuits, HIIT or cardio blast. First session FREE. To book your FREE session or for more details please email: hello@timcourridge.co.uk
HEMPNALL MILL CENTRE - LUNCHEON CLUB
Wednesday and Thursday from £5.50 morning tea or coffee served on arrival from 11am a two course lunch served at 12 noon pick up travel can be arranged for more information contact: Margaret Sparham (Wed and Thurs on 499766 or 499579 at other times)
GT. MOULTON CHAPEL - COFFEE MORNING Wednesdays 10.30 to 11.45. Come and have a mardle at this fun, friendly venue. We have home made cakes and even soup, together with a selection of hot and cold drinks. Open to everyone, we'd be pleased to see you. Contact Steven: 01379 674341
SAXLINGHAM NETHERGATE BOWLS CLUB Come along and have a go at Bowls at our Green in a picturesque setting on the Playing Field. The club is running taster session and coaching for beginners on Monday mornings at 11.00am. Experienced Bowlers are welcome too. Contact: Chris Lacey on 01508 499700
NEWTON FLOTMAN PRE-SCHOOL
We are a well established, community pre-school at the Village Centre offering a fun and educational environment for children, aged from 2 years to school age. The preschool, an outstanding early years provider (OFSTED 2015-2016) is open Monday to Friday, with ample space for parking. Fee’s start from £4.50 per hour. We also accept funding from Norfolk County Council for 2, and 3-4 year olds, if applicable and we are able to offer tax free childcare too! For more information please contact us at manager@newtonflotmanpreschool.co.uk or 01508 470680, or alternatively please visit www.newtonflotmanpreschool.co.uk
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MARTIAL ARTS - All Oriental Self Defence & Physical Fitness Techniques in One Art. Kuk Sool Won Martial Arts Club in Long Stratton and Tasburgh. TWO FREE SESSIONS. Ages 4-7 years; Lil Dragons Tasburgh Village Hall Monday 4.30pm. Ages 7 to Adult; Tasburgh Village Hall Monday 5.30-6.30pm. Classes also in Long Stratton see web www.kuksoolwon-gillingwater.org for locations, times and more information or call/text 07775 890359.
DID YOU KNOW you can now find information on THE HEMPNALL TRUST & how to book the Mill Centre in Hempnall on The Hempnall Trust Website www.hempnalltrust.org
LA JOLIE RONDE FRENCH LESSONS -For children from the age of 3 to 11 years old. Lessons are fun, with lots of games, songs and role play. Once a week during term time. Classes available at Manorfield Infant and Nursery School 12.30-1pm on a Tuesday, open to children attending the school. Classes also available at St. Mary's Junior School on a Wednesday 12.15-12.45pm and 12.45-1.15pm, open to children attending the school. If your child attends Jack in the Box Daycare there are sessions available on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings. Ask about free taster sessions. Email djc1@ntlworld.com or text 07887 513757.
TAS VALLEY PRE-SCHOOL and PLAYGROUP Our small, dedicated team of staff provides a safe, caring and stimulating environment for children aged 2 years to school age, to play and learn. During term time, we offer weekday morning sessions 9am - 12pm, and Tuesday afternoon sessions 12pm - 3pm. We also offer Monday afternoon sessions, 12pm - 3pm, for pre -school year children only (the year before children go to school). Fees are £13 per session, age dependent All 3-5 year olds and some 2 year olds are entitled to funding from Norfolk County Council. Please visit www.tasvalleyplaygroup.org.uk or e-mail equiries.tvplaygroup@gmail.com
SINGING: IF YOU CAN SPEAK, YOU CAN SING! Creative Singing Studios Community Singing Group Meets Every Tuesday Evening 7:00 - 8:30pm at Wacton Village Hall, £5.00 per person, pay as you go. This group is regularly invited to sing throughout the region and has raised more than £1000 within the past 12 months for local charities such as Shelter & Break! For more information go to www.creativesingingstudios.co.uk.Contact Louise Barton via email on: louise@louisebarton.com
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This magazine is one of 5,000 copies delivered to residents & businesses in:
• Long Stratton
• Tasburgh
• Newton Flotman
• Hempnall
• Morningthorpe
• Fritton
• Shelton
• Hardwick
• Saxlingham
Nethergate
• Saxlingham
Green
• Swainsthorpe
• Tharston
• Gt Moulton
• Wacton
QUIZ
SUDOKU WORDSEARCH
CODEWORD Hidden phrase: Honey is sweet but bees sting. French proverb.
WORD LADDER
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FUN QUIZ
1. Japan
2. Jo Brand
3. The Darkness
4. Venice
5. Switzerland
6. Turkey
7. April
8. The Mediterranean Sea and the Red Sea 9. The land of nod
