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Dorothy’s inspirational talk to conference


MORE than 50 women from across Lancashire, as well as delegates from Donegal, attended the Springboard for Rural Women Forward Confer- ence, held at Mytton Fold Hotel, Langho. The conference, chaired by Carolyn


Rowe, was organised by Northern Rural Partnership of Ciitheroe, with


Dorothy Wightman, of Dorothy Wightman Fine Furnishings, as the


main speaker. She gave a fascinating insight into


her life and her struggle to set up her o\vn fine furnishings business. Dele- gat^Tpund hers to be a truly inspira­ tional story, which showed that with grit, determination and a few mishaps


along the way, dreams can become


reality. Workshops were available for the


delegates during the course of the day. These included the completion of a personality test, hints and tips on how to stay motivated, how to dress to impress, marketing a business effec­ tively and confident self presentation.


Closing thanks was given by Vivien W QC orivpn bv Vivi(


Middleton, of the Northern Rural Partnei-ship, to all speakers and spon­ sors on behalf of the delegates tor a most enjoyable and inspiring day. For further details or information


regarding Springboard for Rural Women or other events, contact Jack­ ie Knight on 01200 444023.


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Vision for future of Ribble is unveiled


A VISION for the future of the River Ribble has been unveiled. This vision is the conclusion of more


than six months hard work by local stakeholders, who have been working closely with the Environment Agency and WWF. The vision will be a key document in


the development of a new plan to man­ age the River Ribble and its water resources. The plan is a requirement of new


European legislation, the Water Framework Directive. The river plan will help local people


by improving water quality for people and wildlife; reducing the effects of floods and droughts and improving fishing and recreation opportunities. Local people’s views on the River


Ribble and its environment and how they would like i t improved were sought in March this year with a series of public participation workshops held in Ciitheroe, Preston, Burnley and Wigan. The opinions expressed helped in


producing the long-term vision of improvements throughout the Ribble Valley that constitute the new vision document. The vision’s aspirational statement is


the key to the document, it says; “The Ribble Basin is a place where people work together to protect and improve the water environment for everyone. “We want the Ribble Basin to reach


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its full potential as a healthy environ­ ment, which will support economic growth and improve social well-being for present and future generations.” The vision was launched at an inter­


national conference, hosted by WWF and the Environment Agency and held at the De Vere Whites Hotel, Bolton. “We know how important it is for.


local people to get involved in planning the use of natural resources,”” said Rob Oates, freshwater-officer of


WWF-UK. “WWP encourages every river catch


ment in Europe to follow the example of the Ribble Valley and engage with stakeholders. Investing time and money now will result in huge savings and positive impact later. During two days, delegates at the


conference heard speakers from as far afield as South Africa and Canada talk about their experiences of public par ticipation and water management. Along with the launch of the Vision


for the Ribble Valley, delegates also heard the details of the Environment Agency’s national public participation


strategy. Windows broken m


A CLITHEROE householder awoke on Monday to find a stone had been thrown


through the front window. Approximately £100 worth of damage


was caused to the house, in Woone Lane, after a stone was hurled through the win­


dow on Sunday night. .


Anyone with information should call Clitheroe police on 01200 443344 or


Crimestoppers on 0800 555111. 9 Stones and conkers were thrown to


smash the window panes in a greenhouse at the back of a house in S t Paul’s Street, Clitheroe.


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Asbestos fines alert for local farmers


FARMERS in the Ribble Valley are being warned that they risk fines of up to £5,000 if they have not sur­ veyed their buildings and recorded the presence of asbestos. NFU Mutual's Risk


Management specialist, Pamela Oldfield, says: "Legislation came into effect on May 21st requir­ ing businesses to record and manage any asbestos in their buildings. "However, it is becoming


clear from our team of sur­ veyors who work with farmers that a significant number have not done the required assessment and could face fines i f their premises are inspected by the HSE." Asbestos products were


widely used within farm buildings up until the 1980s, with many con­ structed using asbestos


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. cement products, while plant and boiler rooms were often insulated with asbestos fibreboard. Some cement-based containing


products


asbestos were still in use well into the 1990s.With the general wear and tear caused by livestock and machinery, the condition of many of these materials means that they could pre­ sent a serious hazard to all


who work in them. "If asbestos is in a condi­


tion where its microscopic fibres can escape and be inhaled, it can cause serious lung problems and even death," she said.


Bridge results


THE results of Clitheroe Bridge Club’s annual team competition' on Monday were; 1, Jan e t and Bob Blakey, Ron and Pat Ward; 2, David Mortimer and Brenda Wilson, Alan Singer and Geoff Wharfe. On Thursday, winners


were: N/S Michael Jeffery and Moira Phillips, Chris Pollard and George Pol­ lard. E/W John Renton and Brenda Wilson, Use Park and Kath Higson.


TV stars launch hospital’s new facility


STABS from the popular BBC drama “Bom and Bred” opened a new facility at Clitheroe Community Hospital. The well-known actors, Richard Wil­


son, John Henshaw and Peter Gunn, who appear in the series which is filmed in Downham, made a guest appearance at the hospital to open the new occupa­ tional therapy assessment flat, as part


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of National Therapy Day. The new flat, which is managed by


Hyndbum and Bibble Valley PCT, will enable patients to re-leam and develop sVills within the safety of the hospital under the supervision of occupational therapists, prior to being discharged. The event was well supported by staff


and patients at the hospital, represen­ tatives from Friends of Clitheroe Hos­ pital, who contributed towards the crat of the flat furnishings, and Martin Hill, Chairman of the PCT.


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www.ci'rtheroetoday.co.uk / Money problems pool woman to steal .


FINANCIAL problems led a 21- year-old Clitheroe woman to steal from her employer, magistrates at


Blackburn were told. The court heard that inquiries began


at Roefield Leisure Centre when audit staff became concerned that takings at the swimming pool were down compared to the previous year. Videotape from a hidden camera showed that Sharon Adcroft was system­ atically taking notes from the till. Adcroft, of Wilson Street, pleaded


guilty to three charges of theft from Rib­ ble Valley Borough Council and asked for seven other offences to be taken into consideration. She was given a commu­ nity rehabilitation order for nine months and ordered to pay £750 compensation and £75 costs. Mr Phillip Potter (prosecuting) said


that after noticing the downturn in tak­ ings, inquiries showed there were an imusual number of voided transactions and contract swimmers using the facili­ ties when Adcroft was on duty. The hidden camera showed Adcroft


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periodically removing notes from the till and concealing them in her shoe before transferring them to her coat. She was interviewed by council officers and, after admitting her conduct, she was sacked and the police informed. When interviewed, Adcroft told how


she would press the contract button when admitting people or put payment in the till without ringing it through. She kept a note of how much extra money was in the till and then took notes. She said that she was taking up to £60


a shift and said i t had gone on for two months, although it could have been


longer. “I t is impossible to say exactly how


much she took. The effect on the takings was of such a significance that the coun­ cil staff were concerned,” said Mr Potter. Mr Daniel King (defending) said that


his client was a young woman of previ­ ous good character who was deeply embarrassed and ashamed of her con­ duct and the effect it had on her and her


family. “I t is fair to say she is devastated by


the consequences of her offending,” said ............ f i _________


Mr King. He said that, some years ago, Adcroft


had gone through a difficult and violent relationship which ended with her part­ ner being jailed for a vicious assault on her. “During their relationship he had assured her that he was paying various debts and bills, but it transpired he had­ n’t and she was left with considerable debts and commitments,” said Mr King. He said she started a new relationship


and then got the job with the council and there were no problems for nine or 10


months. “She came under financial pressure


and she concedes that, working on the till, dealing with money, she succumbed to temptation,” said Mr King. “She started taking just £10 here and


there, but it soon began to escalate. She finds it difficult to explain and she does­ n’t seek to excuse what she did.” Mr King said that, with the help of


her family, Adcroft, who has found employment as a secretary, had raised £750, which could be paid immediately.


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