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Eds’ Letter Spring is sprung, the grass is ris. I wonders where the birdies is. Welcome to the March edition of the Go Local, with the whole of Spring and Summer in front of us, and yet another bike race planned (P8), there’s lots to look forward to over the next few months. So whether you’re looking for somewhere to take your Mum for a treat this Mother’s Day (March 15th) or looking for local reliable tradesmen to start a home renovation project, why not put the kettle on and your feet up and have a read through this month’s mag? Until next month,
Rachel & Helen
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Free emergency life support training Find the Fox competition Gardening – Pictorial meadows The Tour de Yorkshire is on’t way Shaw Park restoration group What do you want to learn? Pet of the month Wordsearch Recipe Hot Chocolate Fondant Just for kids puzzle page Keeping it in the family Community events listings The art of Dental sedation Mental health and omega 3 Opinion page Index of advertisers Index of advertisers Local history ‘Elland by Night’
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Free Emergency Life Support Training How would you respond in an emergency? The skills of Emergency Life Support (ELS) are simple, can save lives and can be learnt in just 2 ½ hours. They can be performed by anyone to keep someone alive whilst the ambulance is on its way. The free Heartstart Course will teach you how to: • Perform effective cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) • Recognise and treat someone having a heart attack • Care for an unconscious casualty • Help someone who is choking • Manage serious bleeding • Learning these simple skills could help you save a life. Heartstart UK is an initiative co-coordinated by the British Heart Foundation to teach members of the public what to do in a life-threatening emergency: simple skills that can save lives. It provides opportunities for people to learn the vital skills of ELS. Through Heartstart UK the BHF aims
to strengthen the chain of survival by promoting and supporting ELS training in the community. Heartstart courses will be run in the Ryburn Valley and will offer practical advice, whilst encouraging discussion on improving resuscitation knowledge and practice. The course requires no medical skills and illustrates that the benefits that CPR performed by a bystander in an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest are significant. If you can perform effective CPR whilst the ambulance is on its way you can more then double a person’s chance of survival. The next courses are being held at Brig Royd Surgery, Ripponden on Monday 16th March and then at Station Road Surgery, Sowerby Bridge on Tuesday 17th March. For Further information please contact Sue Bell on 07799 407497 *This could be the most valuable thing you will ever learn*
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PICTORIAL MEADOWS Nothing evokes as many horticultural (and it would appear other) emotions as a beautifully floriforous and buzzing meadow; this is something that mother nature is very good at and we gardeners are not particularly. William Wordsworth, amongst others, waxed lyrically about its charms but, arguably more importantly, the delicious Hollywood actress, Daryl Hannah, admits, “My ideal is to wake up in the morning and run around the meadow naked…!’’ Praise indeed, particularly when you consider she could instead be flashing the veg or streaking through the shrubbery - so what more incentive could there be for creating a fantastic meadow than the possibility that the delectable Ms Hannah could pop round for a bowl of Cornflakes….?! Gardens often turn out be confused pastiches of borrowed landscapes, with our Himalayan style rockeries and trendy ‘prairie’ planting contriving to look as if it belongs where the Buffalo once roamed! Meadows are another of these “wild”
landscapes that we have been taming for many years now and one of their greatest exponents is (arguably) Prince Charles, whose Highgrove estate has many acres of impeccably maintained royal wilderness. After many years of care, these are now near enough truely ecologically sound meadows where many species of grasses, plants, bulbs and wildlife have sorted out their respective pecking orders and the cycles of flowering, seeding and clearing have been established. In its prime in late spring and early summer, this really is a sight to behold and, should Charles and Camilla feel the
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Gardening | 7 urge for a Daryl-esque pre-porridge peregrination, then they have the perfect canvas. For the rest of us who do not have acres of garden to devote to this extreme form of naturalistic gardening and who would rather not frighten the neighbours first thing in the morning, what is the best solution to creating a meadow-like effect with all the good bits - bees, butterflies, birds and small furry creatures - without all the less interesting elements, such as months of rough looking grass and a total lack of knowledge on how to properly maintain it? Well, now there is a quick, painless and fool-proof way of having your own beautiful flowering meadow within 8 weeks of sowing which will continue to flower right through to late Autumn. Pictorial Meadows (www.pictorialmeadows.co.uk) is the brainchild of the University of Sheffield which continues to lead the way in the development of ecologically sound, yet aesthetically perfect seed mixes. The most popular tend to be annual combinations where, if you sow in March, April or May in well prepared soil, you can be guaranteed a glorious spectacle. These mixes first hit the headlines in 2012 when they were used (to rave reviews) in the Olympic
Park and they even named a favourite colour combination Golden Girl in honour of a certain local athlete! I first noticed them along a 3 mile stretch of a dual carriageway in Rotherham, where the council had taken the wise decision to replace all the central reservations with Pictorial Meadows. It meant no more expensive mowing and the rainbow of colour it created for months on end was incredible – the council were inundated with compliments and it reduced speeding dramatically on that stretch of road! They have also been used in many award winning gardens at Chelsea, demonstrating their perfect suitablity for smaller gardens and even for use in containers. I was lucky enough to have a look round their headquarters last week at the lovely Sheffield Manor Lodge – well worth a visit in the summer when you can see all their lovely meadows as well as the home farm and café. They are continually researching new combinations and I was pleased to note (mainly for Miss Hannah’s sake) that there is no intention to include either thistles or nettles in any of their meadows! Jonathan Wild - Gardener and romper in meadows!
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What do you want to learn? Update from Jayne Firth, Greetland Academy
After canvassing the local community during Summer 14 we found that the most popular requests for evening classes in the area were French, Cookery, Latin Dancing and Ukulele, not a list that would have automatically sprung to mind. Having attempted to avoid the winter months, classes started in Jan 15. Despite a couple of week’s of snow and inclement weather forecasts our learners braved the storms and attended with much enthusiasm.
Our first batch of beginner classes have now come to an end and we would encourage anyone with an interest to get in touch. We are open to ideas of any kind. With a bank of ideas we can arrange taster sessions or market place events for you to come along and visit the venue. New learners encourage new funding, so you may even be able to attend for FREE. Please contact Jayne Firth with expressions of interest. j.firth@greetlandacademy.org.uk
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Andrew Naylor & Family Funeral Directors
We offer an excellent bespoke 24 hour service to the bereaved in all areas of Calderdale. Contact Andrew & Rachel T: 01422 377 840 M: 07715325705 Church View, Ripponden, West Yorkshire www.halifaxfuneraldirectors.com
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Event H.Q: Trinity Academy, Shay Lane, Halifax, HX2 9TZ Registration Costs: 10k: £12 non affiliated / £10 Affiliated 5k: £10 Adult / £6 Child (Aged 16 & Under) For more information please contact us on: Tel 01422 387121 Email: fundraising@overgatehospice.nhs.uk Website: 10k.overgatehospice.org.uk Rules: 1. By entering participants agree to indemnify the organisers against liability for accidents, theft and/or damage to property and any third party claims. 2. Correct running clothing must be worn at all times. 3. Personal accidents and third party insurance is not provided by theorganisers. It is incumbent upon runners to provide their own insurance at their discretion. 4. All runners must abide by the Highway Code. Please be courteous to walkers, cyclists, horse riders and other road users. 5. Marshals will be situated around the course and their instructions should be obeyed. 6. Runners should be equipped for inclement weather. 7. Any runner who retires from the run must inform the organisers. 8. In the unlikely event of severe weather, the event will be postponed and held at a later date.
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Keeping it in the Family By John Jackson, Brighter Financial Services Ltd
Previously in these articles, John has highlighted the changes to pensions that will enable people from the age of 55 years to exercise choice in what they do with their savings. Just to re-cap, under the old rules, people needed to purchase an annuity, a type of savings plan, once they reached retirement and this would be provided in the form of an income.
Now people no longer have to purchase this type of plan (although these are still available, with increased flexibility in some cases) with their pension, they can take the money as one large lump sum, or as smaller sums over a longer period of time, with 25% being tax-free. “It is important to take note of the fact that for the first time, there are significant changes to pensions that will help family members and others in the event of death of the pension holder.� John said. Prior to the changes, anyone who inherited a pension fund which was already being used to provide an income, had to pay tax. Spouses and children had to pay income tax. From April 2015, anyone who inherits a pension fund from somebody under the age of 75, will not have to pay tax, whether it is already being used or not. They will not be liable for income tax either. The table below clearly sets out what this will mean for all those entitled to receive another’s pension on death act that all pensions can now be inherited tax-free up to the age of 75 years, offers
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Current rules Changes from April 2015 Pensions taxed at 55% if All pensions can be inherited already being used to provide tax-free. an income for pension holder. Spouses and children under 23 years old have to pay income tax on money they draw. Un-used pension funds taxed at 55%
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Business, IT & Professional | 37 greater financial security for families, and enables more people to benefit from the years of saving and careful planning that has preceded the pension release. At Brighter we are currently in consultation with our clients about how these changes can positively impact upon them and how, not only them, but also their spouse, other family members or significant others can benefit. In our view pensions have always been one of the best ways to save for retirement, as long as they are reflective of a person’s needs as far as possible, continue to meet expectations throughout their duration and that those holding them know how to take complete advantage from all that they have to offer. Gaining the right information at the right time, is key to making a pension work for you, so, look at these changes, understand the implications and if you require any further support, please contact me, without obligation. I will be glad to help”.
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Brighter Financial Services is local to you and provides independent financial advice to clients across Calderdale and throughout the UK. We are a small team led by 3 Directors who are passionate about the delivery of robust, professional advice supported by the best customer service. We provide our clients with: Company or personal pensions and annuities Investments, savings and money management Mortgages and first time buyers • Insurance-life, property, health etc. John is one of the Directors and provides advice to your area “Contact me today to see how I can help you to a Brighter Future!” Call in and see me at: 66-68 West St, Sowerby Bridge, HX6 3AN Call me on: 07940 916906 or 01422 832100 or email: john@brighterfs.com Or if you would just like a bit more information for now, check out our website: www.halifaxfinancialadvisers.com or www.companypensionscheme.com ‘Brighter Financial Service Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority’
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44 | Health, Beauty & Wellbeing
i-Care Opticians celebrate their first year in Halifax
The i-Care team have over twenty years experience caring for the needs of people in Calderdale. In their first year, they have quickly developed a reputation for great customer service, technical excellence and competitive pricing. The team, who worked in Halifax at Direkt Optik Opticians for many years prior to the closure in 2013, have welcomed back hundreds of patients and enjoyed meeting many new patients too in the last 12 months.
2 for 1 on over 600 frames
i-Care continues to offer a fantastic range of top quality, including designer, frames and lenses. Their exclusive 2for1 offer is as popular as ever. Unlike some other competitor offers, which give a lower specification or value for the second pair, i-Care offer your second pair with the same specification lenses as your first. “It means anyone choosing from one of our 600 top quality frames fitted with varifocal reflection free lenses could have the same top quality lens fitted to their second pair of glasses. They could also be made into prescription sunglasses at no extra cost,” says Cathy.
Free Eye Examinations
i-Care opticians are currently offering FREE eye examinations to all patients who order glasses from our extensive range of frames, plus if you have a valid free eye test voucher these can also be used. “We’re fully aware of the importance of your eye examination, it’s such a vital check of both the health of your eyes, as well as a great general health check too. An eye test not only checks your vision, it can also detect diabetes, glaucoma, cataracts, raised blood pressure as well as other conditions which can affect general optical health.” Brooke explains.
Free Glasses for Children
At i-Care, children under 16 years of age, or 19 and under and in full time education, can have a free sight test and choose glasses from our range of designer kids frames or upgrade to our core and designer adult ranges.
It is very important to detect sight problems in children at a young age as if left undiagnosed can lead to learning difficulties and hold back a child’s development. Our extensive range of kids designer frames include Bench, Kickers and No Fear to name a few, all available FREE using the NHS optical voucher scheme.
In Store Offers
At i-Care we have offers to suit everyone and all budgets. With a fantastic range of traditional and designer frames from leading fashion labels including: Ray Ban, Armani, D&G, Guess, Duck and Cover, Jeff Banks, Bench, Versace, Jaeger and many more. We also offer: *Free eye tests *Free second pairs *Free sunglasses *Free kids glasses Not everyone wants two pairs so why not take 20% discount with our single pair offer. i-Care loves over 60s try our 30% discount single pair offer. Contact lenses available on our monthly lens plan. As a special anniversary offer bring in your copy of Go Local to receive the following offers: • FREE no obligation eye examination • FREE contact lens assessment • FREE contact lens trial The i-Care team look forward to meeting you!
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Beauty & Wellbeing 46 | Health, Your Community
Community Events Listings Greetland Cricket Club Fundraising Evening Sat 28th Feb 7pm till late at Greetland Cricket & Bowling Club. Live Band & raffles. Funds for a memorial bench for a player who passed away suddenly. All welcome, free entrance. Halifax Symphony Orchestra Sat 28th Feb 7.30pm at Square Chapel, Halifax. Programme includes Beethoven, Strauss & Mahler. Craig Whittaker, MP Fri 6th March 2–4pm Elland. Elland Surgeries by Appointment. Call on 01484 711260 to book. Fri 27th March 10am-12pm at Elland Market, no appointment necessary.
Holywell Community Pub Easter Eggstravaganza Sat 28th March 10.30am Registration. 11am start at Shaw Park. Egg Hunt & Games £1 Entry (no unaccompanied children under 11 please) Easter Crafts and Bread Bake Sat 28th & Sun 29th March 2-5pm at Colne Valley Museum. White bread demonstration in our Victorian kitchen (take some home for tea!) & Easter Craft activities for younger visitors.
Holme and Calder Association (NT) TALK Thurs 12th March at 9.45 for 10.30 am at the Old Court Room, Huddersfield Town Hall. ‘Taking Tea the Georgian Way’ by Dr. David Allen. Members £3 & non members £4 (incl. refreshments). All welcome. More info: 01422 822464. ‘Massed Bands Concert’ Sat 21st March 7.15pm at Huddersfield Town Hall. Brighouse & Rastrick Band and famous guests The Fairey Band. A rousing evening of great music is assured! Enquiries 01484 718835.
“Encore” Sat 28th March A night of musical entertainment and 3 course meal at The Christian Centre, Langdale Street, Elland. Tickets £9pp or £64 per table of 8. Book now to avoid disappointment. Entry by ticket only. Doors open 7pm for 7.30pm start. Ticket hotline: 07773 733102. Blackley Baptist Church Palm Sunday March 29th at 2.30pm. Huddersfield Voices will present Olivet to Calvary in Blackley Baptist Church. Admission free, retiring offering to cover costs. Charity Burlesque evening Sat 11th April. See P10 for details. Elland Ward Forum Tues 14th April 6 for 6.30pm start at Willow Court. All welcome.
Forget Me Not Hospice Sporting Dinner see P16 for details. Elland Probus Club Next meeting Weds 25th March in the Langdale Rooms Southgate Methodist Church, Elland. The speaker will be Sarah Tomlinson and her subject is “York’s Chocolatier From Cocoa Bean to Chocolate”. Coffee is served at 10am, meeting starts at 10.30am. Overgate Charity Fashion Show Thursday 26th March, see P10 for details.
The Stainland and District Community Association Our meetings have been changed to the first Tuesday of the month at 7.30pm at St Andrews church community room. First Step Towards New Parish Council – 400+ signatures have been collected in a petition to create a new parish council for the areas of Stainland, Sowood, Old Lindley, Jagger Green, Holywell Green & Outlane. A consultation period will begin involving public meetings with local residents. Calderdale Council will then decide if a new parish council can be created. For more information see www.stainlanddistrict.org or email us with your comments at stainlanddistrict@gmail.com
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Mental Health and Omega 3 By Mary McFadzean
With about a quarter of the British population experiencing some form of mental health problem at some stage in their life (source: Mental Health Foundation) it is good to hear that a natural alternative has been the subject of a number of studies and found to be beneficial for depression and anxiety. Omega 3, which can be found in oily fish like sardines, salmon, herring and mackerel appears to have not only a positive effect on our hearts and helps to fight against cancer and diabetes, it also has a stabling effect on our emotions, through the regulation of hormones. “But we have medicines to help with anxiety and depression” We do, but worrying side effects have come to light, particularly in young people and adolescents which have actually increased the symptoms of depression in some cases. It is positive that doctors and therapists are now looking at natural remedies to either support or replace orthodox medicine to reduce the risk of side-effects. “I really do not like oily fish though, can I get omega 3 from anywhere else” Yes you can, but beware of alternatives. There are two types of omega 3 found in oily fish and these
are known as the “long-chain” omega 3 fats (EPA and DHA). “Short-chain” omega 3 fats occur in flaxseed and linseed. Whilst some of us may prefer to take flaxseed, and it certainly does have health giving properties, the protection against mental health problems and reduction in symptoms of depression has only been found with the use of long-chain omega 3 fats. If you don’t like the taste of these fishes, fish oils are sold as supplements (but check the quality) and you can even get fish oils that taste of lemon, to entirely disguise the taste! Supplements also help as they reduce the number of toxins we ingest. “I take evening primrose oil to help with menstrual difficulties, does this contain omega 3?” Evening Primrose oil does not contain EPA or DHA but does contain an omega 6 fat “GLA” which has some health benefits. However, there is no evidence of a direct link between the reduction of depression or anxiety with consumption. You could take a fish oil and an evening primrose product and there are some supplements on the market that contain both. Mary McFadzean works as an Occupational Health Manager and freelance health writer.
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Index of advertisers Accommodation Cherry Tree Cottages 16 Crabtree Barn 18 Accountants Hardcastle & Co 41 Adult Care Aspen Home Care 14 Eagle Care Home 11 Welcome Independent Living 14 Aerials ADI Aerials 81 Premier Aerials 79 Alarms, CCTV and Security Calder Valley Security 81 Halifax Security 79 Architects Cave Architects 60 Art Studios Glendale Studio 13 Bathrooms BBK by Design 2 JJK Bathrooms 56 Unique Bathrooms 76 Water Rooms 61 Beauty& Cosmetic Aesthetics ANP Aesthetics 52 Estetica 53 Beds and mattresses Elland Bed & Suite Centre 10 Stone Dam Mills 17 Bedrooms BBK by Design 2 Halifax Kitchens 83 Sharp Kitchens & Bedrooms 74 Builders & Property Services Aloha Build 74 Champlast 72 J English Builders 69 Nick Hoyle 65 Stuart Lumb 68 Shaw Construction 67 Business Services Cartwheel 38 Elcons 39
Cars & Motoring Dentists Bridgefield Garage 25 Calder House Dental Care 53 Elland MOTs 25 Town Hall Dental 51 Elland Tyres & Exhausts 24 West Vale Dental Practice 49 Lambert Street Garage 25 Electrical Supplies Child Care Tezelec 56 Greetland Private Day Nursery 31 Electricians Children’s Activities Ady Electrical Ltd 77 Dazzle Drama Academy 35 I’Anson Electrical 67 Children’s Toys Intesec 57 The Magic Box 33 Pauline Jackson 63 Chiropractor Ben Uttley Electrical 64 Calderdale Chiropractic 1 P. Walker Electrical 74 Cleaning- carpets Estate Agents& lettings Clean Image 73 Edkins & Holmes 3 Martin Cragg 70 Walker Singleton 15 M&N Carpet Cleaning 71 Cleaning –exteriors & windows Smart Style Driveway Cleaning 73 Cleaning – interior Belle Casa 70 Carrie the Cleaner 69 Cleaner Ovens 70 Park Lea Cleaning 72 (all 01422 code unless Sam & Lucy’s Cleaning 70 otherwise stated) White Rose 71 Computers, IT& web design Bus & Train times 0113 245 7676 Calderdale Council 08452456000 Cass Technologies 40 Calderdale Royal Hospital 357171 Computer Solutions 38 Citizens Advice Bureau 842848 Website Systems 40 Crimestoppers 0800 555111 Councillors / Politicians Elland Library 374472 John Ford, Conservative 16 Gas emergency line 0800 111 999 David Hardy, LibDem 14 Greetland Library 376068 Greetland Conservatives 84 Halifax Police Station 337077 NHS Direct 0845 4647 Counselling RSPCA Halifax 365628 Eileen Braben 55 Stainland Library 374896 Damp Proofing The Rex 372140 Protreat 66 The Samaritans 349349 Decorators Train Tracker 0871 2004950 Bob Painter & Decorator 66 Victoria Theatre 351158 Brian Watson 76 Yorkshire Electricity 0800 375675 Lee Scott 69 Yorkshire Pet Ambulance 0845 6801156
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Index of advertisers
Events & Community Groups An Evening of Burlesque 10 Forget Me Not Sporting Dinner16 Overgate 5 & 10km Challenge 21 Shaw Park Restoration Group 11 Hudds YMCA - Wedding Show 9 Fires and fireplaces Energy Innovation 61 NC Wallace Stoves 63 Flooring & Carpets Floor Décor 64 Priory Hardwoods 58 Food, Farm shops & catering Far Barsey 30 Handy Catering 30 Funeral Services Amanda Dalby Funeral Parlour18 Elland Funeral Services 19 Naylor Funeral Services 19 Furniture Stone Dam Mills 17 Garage Doors The Garage Door Team 76 Gardening & Tree Services Attwater Arboriculture 6 Clearwell Groundworks 5 JWS Garden & Landscapes 6 MJB Excavations & Plant Hire 4 J. Scholes Gardens 5 Stumpbusters 5 Tommy Topsoil 7 Gifts & Jewellery Gallery 339 13 Toll House Jewellery 13 Hairdressers Hair Boutique 47 The Image warehouse 48 Handymen& Property Maintenance Nelson Home Services 67 Very Useful Handyman 74 House Clearance The Trading Post 14 Independent Financial Advisers Brighter Financial Services 37
Insurance Brokers NFU Mutual 38 Ryburne Brokers 41 Ironwork Spata 57 Joiners Abels Joinery 77 Stuart Lumb 68 Mitchell Joinery 69 Kitchens BBK by Design 2 Halifax Kitchens 83 Sharp Kitchens & Bedrooms 74 Locksmiths In House Securities 79 Reliable Locks 60 Logs & Coal Millhouse World of Logs 65 Music Halifax Sax 12 Opticians Bottomley’s Opticians 48 i Care Opticians 45 Whitakers Opticians 47 Pet Food & Agricultural Feed Mearclough Farm Feeds 23 Pharmacies Stainland Pharmacy 52 Physiotherapists Back to Fitness 55 Fit4physio 52 Plastering Champlast 72 Plumbers & bathrooms A&N Plumbing 66 Stuart Lockwood 68 RJM 77 Squirrel Heating Services Ltd 65 N Waddington 62 Water Rooms 61 Private Hire / Airport Travel Elland Air-Link 79 Elland Cars 84
Cont. from P78 Restaurants, Pubs& Cafés The Blue Bridge Indian 29 The Booth Wood Inn 28 Café Thai 30 Cinnamon Lounge 27 The Fox 27 Lippylicious 28 The Moorcock 26 The Rock Hotel 29 Roofing Alpine 63&77 Darren Drake 68 JDM Roofing 64 Prestige Roofing 56 Solicitors Smith Solicitor LLP 41 Stonemasons J English 69 Storage Cragg’s Storage 81 Tiles Dickie’s Tiles 58 Waxman’s tiles 57 Tutoring 11+Mock Exam 33 Kip McGrath 34 Studyplus 33 Upholstery Comfy Zones 57 Vets & Pet Services Mearclough pet supplies 23 Paws a While 22 Prospect Vets 23 Wills Pennine Wills 41 Windows supply and repair Abels 77 BFM Glazing 62 Cloudy 2 Clear 75 Heritage Glass 72 Reliable Locks 60 Thor Homecare 76 Walkers Window Co. 42
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Chris PEARSON & Craig WHITTAKER MP Working for Greetland, Holywell Green, Norland, Outlane, Sowood, Stainland & West Vale............ALL YEAR ROUND!
DOG FOULING:
HEALTH HAZARD & BLIGHT ON OUR AREA Dog fouling continues to be a big problem in most parts of our area. ‘From speaking with many local residents throughout the year, I can say that it is one of the most common issues raised on the doorstep’, said Chris Pearson. ‘One of the things I have been arguing for within the current budget discussions has been additional resources to increase dog warden patrols and enforcement. During the last round of budget discussions, I argued a strong case with my elected colleagues for more resources into our Safer, Cleaner, Greener team. This point was taken forward and the current budget gave this important area more resources’. ‘I continue to raise the concerns of residents in relation to this issue and to highlight the health hazard that it poses to children, not just in Greetland & Stainland, but throughout Calderdale. It is worth remembering that it is a very small minority of irresponsible dog owners that are causing this problem as the vast majority are responsible and always clean up after their dogs’, said Chris, Conservative candidate for Greetland and Stainland Ward.
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