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A young man who proves the the saying: who dares wins


by Duncan Smith


DO y o u long to be your own boss an d tak e control of your future? Have you got the guts to r isk i t all a n d se t up y o u r own business? For those that dare, the rewards


can be unlimited. Take, for example, Ribble Val­


ley entrepreneur Jeremy James, pictured. Since setting up his own compa­


ny, Rowland Ecology Ltd, the grass has definitely proved to be greener! Now Business Link Lancashire


is encouraging more people to start their own business with their “Who Dares Wins” campaign, providing free support, advice and guidance for anybody thinking


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It's time to have that talk you've been dreading this past few weeks. Fortunately, your partner may be more receptive than you expect. A marriage or engagement could be in the works. Alternatively, you may decide to open a business with a potential partner and it could be very profitable for you both, especially if it involves research, or medicine. Money could arrive in the form of loans, grants, and scholarships towards the end of the week; this will prove an ongoing theme.


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about setting up in business, to encourage a new generation of Lancashire entrepreneurs. If you dream of a different life,


why not take a leaf out of Jere­ my’s book? After 15 years of being employed in a range of public and private sector posts, he spotted a gap in the market, indentifying the need for sound ecological con­ sultancy, particularly as part of projects that require planning per­ mission or other forms of consent. This opportunity, coupled with


his industry experience, gave Jere­ my the confidence in his ability to deliver good quality advice on a range of wildhfe issues. As a result he set up Rowland Ecology Ltd. Based in Slaidburn, it provides


advice and help to a wide range of clients throughout the UK. Typical projects range from


large scale environmental impact assessments to intensive surveys for an individual rare plan t species. Established in 2005 the business


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You're finally free to negotiate the terms of a financial deal;- hold out for the most Important perks. An unusual work assignment puts a spring in your step. Don't wony if you have no experience; you're a fast learner. This job will prove lucrative, bringing In a steady stream of income that vaults you up the social ladder. Your ideas for reorganising the workplace will result in even more bonuses. Plenty of short business trips could dot your calendar in the coming year.


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You'll feel much less misunderstood this week now everybody seems to be giving you their full attention. A stalled romance could roar back to life, but you're not sure whether to pursue it or not. There are so many exciting opportunities to improve your personal situation right now. and you don't want to miss a single one. Showcasing your talent is essential. Go on job interviews and auditions. Launch a website. Send out work samples. The response will be tremendous.


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Keep financial talks a secret, even if you're on the verge of making a final decision. You can go public next month, when matters will be more settled. In the meantime, you'll have an exciting opportunity to shake up your household in a stimulating way. Getting a new roommate or moving to a different neighbourhood is a possibility. A spiritual practice gives you insight to what the coming year will bring. Prepare to work In the spotlight in the near future.


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Thinking about your career becomes much easier, now certain facts have clicked into place. You're eager to move fonvard with plans, especially after treading water for so long. An intermittent source of income becomes available once again, affording you a bit more freedom. Don't hesitate to accept a job that doesn't pay well at first. The ^tlsfaction you'll get from exploring an industry you really love will more than make up for the financial shortfall.


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is progressing well. From starting up alone, working from his back bedroom, Jeremy moved first into a small office in Whalley and then into larger premises in Slaidburn and he now employs five staff. He said: “Our client and project


base continues to grow and we cover projects from Scotland down


to Sussex. The progression has been gradual and organic, we have been able to run the business in the black and review and revise our aims for the future continually. “Without a doubt I have done


the right thing in setting up the company and I currently feel very satisf ied with how things are developing. I have a lot more flexi­ bility and control over what I do now, however there is also the added pressure of being responsi­ ble for the delivery of our work to our clients. “There is also the need to ensure


the business is able to meet monthly overheads and maintain a healthy cash flow. So, whilst there are pressures I enjoy the extra autonomy I have.” For others considering setting


up their own business, there is a range of advice and guidance available. Jeremy was able to access


advice and funding through the Ribble Valley Enterprise Agency, a major partner of Business Link. As well as receiving help with his business and financial planning, the agency also provided around £1,000 in financial support. Mr Tom Wilkins, Marketing


Manager a t Business Link Lan­ cashire, commented: “Starting up your own business can seem like a


lonely job. There’s much to consid­ er including financing your busi­ ness, developing a business plan, effectively marketing your goods and services and recruiting and managing your workforce.' “However, you don’t need to


tackle these challenges alone. Business Link Lancashire can help you get your idea off the ground and ensure your business is firmly on the road to success.” Reflecting on starting his own


business, Jeremy added: “The best thing about being my own boss is having the freedom to make my own decisions. “I would advise anyone think­


ing of making the move into self- employment to always do their homework! “You should make the most of


the free advice th a t ’s available, know your market, prepare a real­ istic business plan and learn from your mistakes, but don’t be afraid to take risks - go for it!” If Jeremy’s story has inspired


you to make the jump into run­ ning your own business and you are looking for support, call Busi­ ness Link on 0845 600 9006 or visit www.whodares.info Alternatively for advice and


information you can call the Rih- ble Valley Enterprise Agency on 01254828820.


Julie still reads her CAT in Iraq


AN RAF officer from Ciitheroe is currently on a tour of duty serving in Iraq. Flight Lieutenant Julie Harding


was dispatched last month after spending a week in Ciitheroe with her family and friends. And the only request the 27-


year-old has jnade to her parents is for a copy of her favourite newspa­ per - the Ciitheroe Advertiser and Times - to be sent out to her! Julie, who is a former pupil of


Ciitheroe Royal Grammar School, is the daughter of proud parents Mr and Mrs Graham and Mar­ garet McTear. She is also an ex­ pupil of Edisford Primary School is one of seven brothers and sisters. She is serving as a senior air traf­


fic controller at Basra Internation­ al Airport and is responsible for all military flights in the area of Iraq and surrounding countries. Julie is serving until March and


will spend both Christmas and her 29th birthday, in January, in Iraq. Back in the UK, she works as a


senior air traffic controller at RAF N o rth h o lt, in London, and is responsible for all military, royal and VIP flights into the capital. Julie was commissioned as an


officer in 2003, but served previ­ ously as a telecommunications engineer since joining up in 1995


serving all over the world including Kosovo and Bosnia. Her parents know she is only doing what she signed up to do and are extremely proud of her outstanding achieve­ ments in the RAP. They added: “We will be very


relieved to welcome her back home in March. “Her only request has been for


us to send her a weekly copy of The Advertiser so th a t she can keep up with all the local people and news.We do this willingly.” (s)


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www.ciitheroetoday.co.uk A few seats left for this show


SEATS are s ti ll available for Stage 2 Downham’s latest black comedy produc­ tion. Without giving too much away, “Natur­


al Causes” is the story of Vincent (played by Gerry Purchase), who becomes a pro­ fessional suicide merchant following the discovery of an odourlous, tasteless and all-natural poison. When he is contacted by Walter Bryce


(Eddie Bootle), he arrives at the Bryces’s country house and mistakenly assumes that his product is intended for Walter’s


consumption. I t becomes clear that Wal­ ter’s wife, Celia (Stephanie Brewerton) is the client - or is she? This is when the mystery begins. Why


are all her suicide le tte rs typed and unsigned? A Samaritan agrees to make a house call


on the family, but after talking to Vincent, even his faith in this “wonderful world” is shaken. After several thwarted attempts to poi­


son various characters (resulting in multi­ ple poisonings of a rubber plant) will any­


Date with rib-ticklers!


TWO comic local authors will be signing copies of their latest “rib-tickling” book of poems this week­ end. “Doris and Elsie”, oth­


erwise known as K ath Eccleston, of Kemple View, Ciitheroe, and Anne Wareing, formerly of Bar- row, are proud to announce the launch of their fifth humorous book entitled “The Best of Doris and Elsie”. The duo met through


their work a t Maureen Cookson’s more than 20 years ago. Over th a t tim e they


have raised nearly £1,000 for Derian House Chil­ dren’s Hospice from the sale of their four previous


books - which have proved an enormous hit with both the young and older readers alike. Their lates t 102-page


book of witty poems fea­ tures illustrations by Mr Steve Bowden and Kath’s son-in-law, Martin Pendlebury, who lives in Ciitheroe. Kath and Anne will


donate 50p from each sale of the £5 book to the charity. The book is recom­


mended as a great read and is guaranteed to have you chuckling to your­ selves. The book signing will take place between 2 and 4 p.m. a t Kaydee Bookshop, Moor Lane, Ciitheroe.


one actually manage to drink the poison? Natural Causes has been written by


Eric Chappell and directed by David King. Tickets are priced £5 (this includes tea


and biscuits) and the performance will be staged at Downham Village Hall until Saturday. Our picture shows talented thespians


(from left) Stella Barnes, Eddie Bootle, Stephanie Brewerton and Ashley Williams during the dress rehearsals. (B121106/3)


Naturalists enjoy a Highland odyssey


LECTURER Steve Knell provided • an evening of slides on Scotland for Ciitheroe Naturalists. He concentrated on the wildlife of


the Highlands and islands. Starting in the Cairngorms a t


more than 2,000 metres, the first slides showed the winter plumage of the ptarmigan and the mountain hare whose fur changes from white to brown in spring. Near Aberdeen the coastline is


home to turnstones and the long­ tailed duck, with up to 4,000 pairs of tame eider ducks. Areas around the River Spey and


in the remains of the Caledonian Forest clearings provided the scene for the lek of the black grouse, while the capercaillie was a hazard for the photographer.


The audience saw shots of pine


martens, the Scottish wild cat and red squirrels. The detail and quali­ ty of the slides, including close-ups of the sea birds and the surface of the water were o utstanding in colour and composition. Journeying to Skye and the


Orkneys, the speaker ta lked of guillemots, fulmers, razor-bills and Arctic te rn and gave humorous descriptions of hairy escapades which accompanied the illustra­ tions. He was thanked by chairman


Frank Mason. The n ext lecture will be a t


Ciitheroe Library next Thursday at 7-30 p.m. with a return visit from Tim Melling on “Wildlife on Scil-


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