Clitheroe 422324 (Editorial), 422323 (Advertising), Burnley 422331 (Classified) 8 Clitheroe Advertiser & Times, January 20th, 2005


New EU rules to aid drivers involved in accidents abroad


HOLIDAYMAKERS will soon be able to benefit from new EU insurance rules when


travelling abroad. A new rule agreed in Brussels, voted by


MEPs, will make it easier for Ribble Valley people to make an insurance claim if they are involved in a motor accident while abroad in another EU member state. Under the current system, which involves


the claimant having to deal with two differ­ ent legal systems, the new rule will allow them to claim legal costs in their home country, which means doing away with the need for two sets of lawyers and foreign


legal proceedings. Clitheroe Liberal Democrat MEP Chris


Davies says the changes will reduce the


stress and anxiety of people involved in traf­ fic accidents. He said: "Having a car crash is stressful enough without having to face the huge amounts of bureaucracy involved in dealing with two different legal systems. "With a single market across the whole of


the European Union it is only reasonable that motorists should have a simple proce­ dure for cross-border legal proceedings. This is a big step forward for freedom of movement in Europe." The Commission has also agreed to look


into making insurance companies provide automatic cover for legal costs involved in accidents abroad (such cover is already offered optionally by many insurers at a cost of £10 -£15 per year).


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PC Paul makes sure he is seen


viding a wide range of activities tor by Faiza Afzaal


MEET PC Paul Sherratt. He is the new rural community beat manager for the Sabden, Read


and Simonstone areas. Since taking over from his col­


league, PC Angela Gallagher in December, PC Sherratt (42) has been carrying out high-visibility patrols of the villages to support local police officers with their work­


load. Having previously worked for


Greater Manchester police for five years and Darwen police for almost five years, he said that moving to the Ribble Valley was a complete


culture shock. He commented; “From working


in cities where there is a lot of gun and drugs crime, coming to the pic­ turesque borough was a complete


culture shock! “It’s different policing altogether


and it is very pleasing to find that communities around here require higher expectations from the


police.” PC Sherratt, pictured, has cov­


ered Whalley for three years and


enjoyed it very much. Although he has been living in


the police house in Sabden for the past four years, and has been attending parish council meetings, he has only recently added the vil­


lage to his beat He is now focusing on building


strong links \vith the younger gen­ eration, who regularly attend the Youth Shelter in Sabden, and pro­


Prepare for the dark winter nights ahead


DURING these dark winter evenings with bad visibility and slippery roads, Ribble Valley drivers can prepare themselves for the elements by taking a better driving course. A new six-week course is being offered by the Blackburn Area Road Safety Association. The course content is based on the


police driving manual “Roadcraft” and covers all aspects of driving including motorway driving. I t will s ta r t on Sunday, January


23rd, meeting on the Aldi supermarket car park (opposite Blackburn Rovers)


at 10 a.m. Lectures will also be held on Tues­


day evenings and practical driving ses­ sions on Sunday mornings. The course will cost £20 with a £5


reduction for students, which entitles those who take part to a full 12 months’ membership. For further information call Mr


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them. He added; “My presence has


been very well received and vil­ lagers are always looking forward to seeing their rural bobby on the beat. “I am currently trying to work


with the young people in Sabden and at a recent parish meeting, I asked members to donate towards some paint enabling youngsters to paint the shelter with colours of their own choice. “This way, the youngsters are


allowed to make decisions in activi­ ties that interest them most.” “I have a lot of exciting plans


lined up for children in the three villages and am looking forward to turning them into reality.” And with the help of a specially-


designed bike - inherited from his predecessor - there is no doubt that he will pedal his way to meeting more people and making more


friends. “The two wheels on this modern


bike will ensure th a t I get to as many places as possible in no time.” PC Sherratt can be contacted on


either Sabden 01282 472914, or Read and Simonstone on 01282 472915. (B120105/3b)


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Clitheroe Advertiser & Times, January 20th, 2005 More and more kind-hearted Valley people raising cash for victims of tsunami


Even youngsters rally to help out


A YOUNG boy raided his piggy bank to make a donation to Clitheroe Oxfam shop's Tsunami


earthquake appeal. The Clitheroe youngster donated


£4.80 to the appeal, which has so far raised more than £14,000. Other generous donations came from


members of staff at The Emporium in Clitheroe. They donated approximately £500 to the appeal, which they had accumulated in tips on New Year's Eve, one of their busiest nights. Residents from Candlemaker's Court


have also donated £400 to the appeal. A spokeswoman said the Oxfam shop had been overwhelmed by donations


from local people. In fact, the volume of goods donated


to the shop has been so high that new volunteers are needed to help keep up


with the job of sorting through the


items. ■ On a national basis, it is estimated


that Oxfam will need 10,000 new volun­ teers in order to cope with the enormous number of donations they have received. Mr Chris Coe, Oxfam's trading divi­


sion director, said: "Shop managers and area managers are reporting huge dona­ tions of both cash and saleable items. Donated products are crucially impor­ tan t gifts for Oxfam raising over £50 million per year, but none of this is possi­ ble without our 20,000 volunteers. "Every Oxfam shop in every commu­


nity only needs the help of 10 or 12 peo­ ple for four hours to generate millions for Oxfam's work every year." People wishing to volunteer should call


Oxfam on 01200 424005 or Mr Ian Falk- ingham, area manager, on 07810 504375.


A GENEROUS donation of £1,000 was given by Brookside Primary towards the tsuanmi earthquake appeal. Pupils, members of staff and parents of


‘Grand’ gift from primary school Head teacher Mr Graham Claydon


wanted to thank everyone who supported the cause, especially the children. He added; “It is very nice to see children


the Clitheroe school, all contributed towards a collection organised by two pupils. Bradley Harvey and Abigail Boothman, started the collection, after deciding they wanted to do something to help the victims of the Asian disaster.


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thinking of these people.” The money, which will be given to the Clitheroe Rotary Club, will be used to buy “Aquaboxes” - special water treatment packs which provide clean and safe water


for survivors. Benefit from Trix of the trade


A POPULAR hairdressing salon situated in the heart of Clitheroe has been strengthened by the introduction of qualified stylist Janine


Bolton. Many people will be familiar with Janine as


the former proprietor of Main Line Hair­ dressers, in the Swan Courtyard, Clitheroe, but customers will be glad to hear that she can now be found working alongside qualified hairdress­


er Tracy Blain. Perfectly situated in Moor Lane, “Hair by


Trix” has been successfully run by Tracy for five years. She ensures that clients receive a warm welcome and have their hair cut and styled by expert and professional stylists. But now with Janine’s extensive knowledge


of cutting edge hairstyles, as well as her renowned friendly character, she is once again hoping to add to her wide client base. The duo’s friendship goes back years when


they trained together at a salon in Whalley and between them have around 40 years of experi-


6I1C6> Speaking about what she would like to add


to the thriving business, Janine said: ‘ I t is great to be working with Tracy again as we can share our expertise and o f f e r up-to-date hairstyles so customers can still enjoy the


salon’s ‘me time’ policy. “The one thing we both still have in common


is we both love and feel enthusiastic about the ADVERTISIN G FEATURE


work we do. We pride ourselves in providing good customer service and one-to-one client care, which will always be our top priority. “Clients can be assured that with our expe­ rience and professionalism put together, they


will not leave disappointed.’ The bright and modem salon is open six days


a week, with late nights on Thursday. It boasts a second salon upstairs where customers can relax and enjoy being pampered in opulent sur­


roundings. Having completed courses at the Wella


Academy in Manchester, Tracy and Janine guarantee that only the best products are used — leaving your hair looking healthy and shiny and if need be, provide expert colouring - all of course at competitive prices.


As customer satisfaction is the duo s main ^


priority, they ensure that clients have their hair cut and styled in a warm and friendly atmo­ sphere with tea and coffee served regularly. Bookings are not always necessary and cus­


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PEOPLE donating to the tsunami appeal should ensure their gift provides maximum benefit to the charities con­ cerned by using Gift Aid, says the Asso­ ciation of Chartered Certified Accoun­


tants. In addition, those who have already


donated, but did not use Gift Aid can do


so retrospectively. Chas Roy-Chowdhury, head of taxa­


tion at ACCA, said; "A donation through Gift Aid can boost the effect of your generosity, as it allows the regis­ tered charity to reclaim the tax on your


donation. “For every pound donated using Gift


Aid, the charities will receive a donation


HOMES and lives are


totally shattered - the people of South East Asia need world aid (s)


‘D r am a t ic ’ a id fo r v ic t im s


THE tsunami appeal is set to receive a major boost from the opening night of


"My Fair Lady". Members of Clitheroe


Parish Church Amateur Operatic and Dramatic Society have decided that all ticket sales for the first night's performance, on February 12th, will be donated to the appeal. "My Fair Lady" will be


Ensure ALL your donations go the disaster fund — use Gift Aid


worth £1.28." When making a donation by telephone, donors must ensure that they inform the operator that they want the donation to attract Gift Aid. Charities such as the Red Cross and


Disasters Emergency Committee, which have set up websites for donations, will also have a Gift Aid box to tick. Mr Roy-Chowdhury, added: "As Gift


Aid can be claimed retrospectively, your charity need not lose out on this valu­ able and much needed extra money. “We urge previous donors who did not


use Gift Aid to make contact with the relevant charity to establish how to pro­ vide authorisation."


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performed at St Mary's Centre, Church Street, Clitheroe, to February 19th. The booking office will be open on Tuesdays from 2 to 3 p.m. and 7 to 8 p.m., on Fridays between 7 and 8 p.m. and Saturday mornings from 10-30 to 11- 30 a.m.


■ A READ society's deci­ sion to put a collection bucket at the exit door fol­ lowing its annual pan­ tomime raised £200 for the Tsumani Disaster Appeal. Members of Read Ama­


teur Theatrical Society put the bucket by the door following each perfor­ mance of “Puss in Boots.” Organisers were delight­


ed by the response and expressed thanks to all who contributed.


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