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MICHAEL MULLEN, HSE Inspector, Lancashire


Cuts to services


services would ultimately lead to a great­ er burden on public funding in the future. These cuts cannot be “necessary” - it is the services that are provided that are wholly “necessary”.


Home-Start Pcndic and Ribble Valley „


JULIE RAINE, Organiser,


Don't just hope...


, , How does Ribble valley identify the housing need?. Again I believe they in­ vited opinions not only from residents of : Whallcy, but also from family and friends


“Affordable housing” actually means. Does it mean for the people who live here? For.the younger generation who want to stay living in the community and bring up a family of their own? Or does it mean for people who would like to live here, but can’t afford to? ■


swer to everything. Look what happened to them. Now, apparently, the only way to get affordable housing is to let developers build a massive housing estate and fit in a few less expensive houses. I think we are all suspicious about what


and admit that mass development of ar­ eas doesn’t work? r Those of us who are old enough can re-


do something now WHEN will someone in power stand up


nember when high rise fiats were the an­


services to families in Ribble Valley, it is even more important that the excellent work of Ribblesdale Children’s Centre is allowed to continue. It is services such as Children’s Centres and Home-Start that are truly preventative and are helping to shape pur future society. In our opinion, cuts to these crucial


service to families and young children throughout Ribble Valley. Home-Start was fortunate to be based at Ribblesdale Children’s Centre for almost two years up until June 2010 and we continue to work veiy closely with Fiona Owen and the staff there in supporting families in the area. With funding cuts already impacting on


must be resisted I AM writing on behalf of Home-Start Pendle and Ribble Valley to echo the con­ cerns of Julie Magee (“as I see it” Febm- ary 24th) with regards to the potential cuts at Ribblesdale Children’s Centre. The Centre provides an excellent


ing and preventing serious workplace incidents, which were responsible for the deaths of 152 workers in the UK last year alone. Many more workers suffer life­ changing injuries each year, while thou­ sands develop serious health problems. We hope that with continued educa­


convenient catch-all phrase when deci­ sions are made to cancel events or stop activities. However, the facts behind such decisions may not be fully explained. HSE staff spend their time investigat­


safety, not events IN response to the letter “Event ben­ efited so many - why axe it?” (February 10th), I want to make it very clear that the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) was not involved in the decision to cancel the Waddington May Fair. Health and safety is often used as a


application for 80 houses off Hayhurst Road, but don’t think have gone away. They could still appeal the decision. Now we have another for 300 houses, a school and a nursing home on Lawstonsteads. Of course the school and nursing home are


ble valley Borough Council. Lobby your local councillor. Join the fighting group Save Whalley Village (www.savewhalley- village.org.uk), add your name to the ever growing numbers of members and keep up to date with the news. Whatever you do, do something, be­


cause if we don’t act Whalley will be just another urban sprawl.


DAVID EARNSHAW, Woodlands Drive Whalley


See value of milk,


business turnovers, have many suppliers and service providers. Our farm alone has well oyer 50. They in turn have their own suppliers and service providers and so It goes on. Money generated from milk sales circulated into the local and wider economy rather than used to make dis­


ot personal and financial commitment as well as dedication, skill, hard work and determination. Often working in the most challenging conditions, in all weath­ ers, and with the long hours that are part and parcel of what is not simply a wav of making a living, but a unique way of life Cow comfort has to be the priority for anv


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out to grass m fondly remembered times It IS overlooked that they also spent the many long winter months tethered bv the neck m small dark buildings, whereas contemporary buildings arc spacious light and any, and cows are free to wander and mix among their own social groups Large units or differing farn^^lnR sys­


&e"results.'’’’'' While milking herds may all have eone


proportionate profits or build empires in distant places. Dairy Farming requires a great amount


not just the price , WHILE large farms may be needed to help maintain our standing in the global market, UK rural economies still need the secure and reliable foundations pro­ vided by widespread and successful farm businesses suited to the varying factors in different areas such as land types, abilitv to grow and harvest crops, weather pat­ terns, location etc. Daily farms, with their consistent high


thought this through, looked beyond the sales pitch, is horrified at the prospect, surely it couldn’t happen? Well it could and we need to stand up and stop it. Getyourvoice heard now. Write to Rib­


single form entry school, so will take no more children than our current school. This means the cost of running two schools, hvo lots of headteachers, two lots of property costs, two lots of everything. Then to fill the new school they will need children from outside Whalley, more traf­ fic as parents drive them in. I could go on. Everyone who has


just carrots, the developers aren’t actually building them, just offering the land and, in the case of the school, a bit towards the multi-million pound cost, which LCC doesn’t have any intention of spending. Also please note that the school is a


of residents who currently live outside of Whalley. Doesn’t this mean that these people may be counted again and again? They may answer the same for Glitheroe, for Chatbum, Gisbum, they may just want to live in the Ribble Valley and so get on every survey. Maybe I’m being simplistic, but it seems that the Housing Needs Sur­ vey is also simplistic and not scientific. We have just beaiten one planning


■ Write lo The Editor, Clitheroe Advertiser and Times, 3 King Street, Clitheroe or email:


duncan.smith@eastlancsnews.co.uk


Follow the debate at www.clitheroeadvertiser.co.uk That comes from a lack of investment


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• farmers who produce good quality food to high welfare and environmental stand- ards are unable to compete sustainably


with other countries, and what are the alternatives?


KATHLEEN CALVERT, Paythome


Have you seen our


missing Blackie? A FEW weeks ago we lost our cat, Tiger, in Sawley, and found it again through the’ letters pages of the Clitheroe Advertiser and Times. Now Tiger’s brother, Blackie (pictured), has gone missing and I fear he may liave gone further than his sibling.


precipitated by retailers and other buvere of milk driven by profit alone, who con­ tinue to take disproportionate margins encourage consumers to expect unrealis’ tically cheap food, satisfy politicians need to keep inflation low and leave powerless producers to shoulder the losses. Where will the food that most people take for granted come from if British


BILLINGTON


Comruunity The service on Sunday in


The service on Sunday will be taken by the Rev. Don Johnson at 10-45 a.m. all are welcome.


him? The police tell me that cats are not classed as property, unlike dogs, so there is no need for people to notify anyone if they find a stray, or sadly, run one over. MRS THEA LORD, Siiwlcy


(e-mail: thca@jourdanagency.coni) Can't play footy


up there, it has been the same. At least you get some variation of different col­ oured and sized glass.Tt doesn’t take a rocket scientist to work out that the cul­ prits are those low-life losers who house themselves in the grounds on Friday and Saturday nights, drinking and causing damage. I have seen them myself. I think a closer watch should be kept in


the full pitch, we were stuck in a corner. Why? Because the rest of the pitch was covered in broken glass. The last half-a-dozen times I have been


they humiliate Clitheroe. n am e AND ADDRESS SUPPLIED


for broken glass LAST week I took myself up to the Cas­ tle grounds, with a few friends, to play football on the Tarmac pitch, next to the skalepark. . Instead of having a proper match, using


possibility that he was fast asleep inside when my husband went to recycle some carpets.I have been to the recycling cen­ tre and a worker there told me he petted a “very friendly” black male cat with a small white bib and white paw. Can 1 ask your readers to look our for


(February 24th), almost like a puff of smoke. We have looked everywhere since, but I have a theory that he may have hitched a lift, either in the laundry van, or in my husband’s car, in which case he could be near the Household Waste and Recycling Centre in Henthom Road. He likes to get in cars and there is a


W' He vanished on Thursday morning


Tea and chat The tea and chat takes place this afternoon at 2 p.m. There will be a bring-and-buy sale and all are welcome to come along and get a bargain.


Cafe bar There will be no Cafe Bar in Billington Commu­ nity Church on Satur­ day as the chef is having a short break.


BOLTON-BY- BOWLAND


The next drive will be on Wednesday, March 30th.


CHATBURN


Excursion A summer excursion is be­


this area so these idiots are caught, pun­ ished and humiliated, in the same way ,


On Sunday, July 3rd, a coach will leave Chat­ burn late morning, and pick-up at various locations cn route to Southport, for some free time on the prom­ enade or the shops on Lord Street, then on to the Botanic Gardens in mid-afternoon (where hopefully a brass band may be playing), and a two-course hot meal of


ing arranged by Christ Church, Chatburn, for a day trip to Southport. This is for everyone in Cliatburn, Downham, Clitheroe and the sur­ rounding area.


Dominoes: P. Oddie, E. Fox, M. Berry, G. Ber­ ry, A. Taylor, M. Met­ calfe.


Whist drive Whist winners at the whist and domino drive held in Bolton-by-Bowland Village Hall were: La­ dies - E. Jackson, B. Garnett, H. Grainger. Gents - A. Shaw, A. Dugdale, T. Pike.


. First Kings, chapter 21 “Naboths Vineyard” which tells of Naboth being pressured by King Ahab and his wife Jezebel into selling the inheriance of his fa­ thers. Verses were also read by Mr Pearson. The hymns “All things bright and beautiful”, “Stand up Stand up for Jesus” and “Thine be the Glory” were sung. Flowers for the communion table were provided by Mrs Peggy Gomm.


Billington Community Church was taken by Mr Norman Pearson, of Blackburn, who based his sermon on


Whichever price, this is very good value for money, and this trip is expected to be popu­ lar, so early booking is recommended during March.


CHIPPING


Young farmers Tim Hamlet, of Hamlet’s


Next week’s meeting is ice skating in Blackburn. Members should meet at the church steps at 7 p.m. for transporta­ tion to the arena. Driv­ ers and parents will be needed.


GISBURN


WI Members of Gisburn WI are looking forward to a very enjoyable evening at Mytton Fold Hotel, with good food, wine and company to celebrate their 62nd birthday. As a birthday token, members are asked to take along a . gift to the value of £1, to


The latest edition of the national membership magazine WI Life has details of a micro-fic­ tion competition, a photographic compe-


■ tition featuring dairy cattle in the British countryside, an audio


, be wrapped, exchanged and judged when un­ wrapped.


Overall winner was Vicki Seed; 2nd, Christina Cowell; 3rd, Matt Par­ kin. Thanks to the master judge and to the Brewer family for host­ ing the event were ex­ pressed by Vicki Seed.


judging by kind permis­ sion of the Brewer fam­ ily, of Bleasdale.


Butchers, Garstang, acted as master judge at a recent evening of beef


The price will depend on the numbers on the trip. If a full coach of 49 the price will be only £16.95 a person. If there were fewer people it will cost more. For example, for only 40 people the cost will increase to £18.95. So, invite your friends and family to join you on this trip.


Completed forms should be returned with a £5 deposit to Howard Douglas, 24 Ribble Lane, Chatburn, tel. 01200 441624. The re­ maining amount will be required to be paid by May 1st.


Booking forms are avail­ able at Christ Church, Chatburn Methodist Church, Downham Church and St Paul’s Church, Low Moor.


fore returning home in the early evening.


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your choice, with time version of WI Life that to browse around the is now available on CD gardens in bloom, be-


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The latest edition in­ cludes why Sir Steve


. Redgrave supports Fair Trade and why the WI appeals to RAF Opera­ tions Squadron Leader Joanne Campbell. Oth­ er regular items include topical recipes, craft items, members’ spec­ tacular gardens, book reviews, health items, special offers, puzzles, letters and opinions, and articles about the different facets of the WI.


GRINDLETON


Reminders Tlie Rev. Trevor Vaughan


Also names of those wish­ ing to attend the Shrove Tuesday party on Tues­ day March 8th at 7 p.m. should be given to Car­ ol Pye tel. 01200441507 by Sunday March 6th at the latest. Potato Pie supper plus pancakes will be served.


Spuds and puds Fed up of the dismal weather? Then come to the Spuds and Puds evening on Friday, April 1st at 7-30 p.m. at Stonehill House, Grindleton. and enjoy lovely jacket potatoes with a variety of deli­ cious fillings and be tempted by a feast of scrumptious old fash­ ioned puddings. Tick­ ets are £12-50 and are available from Carol Pye tel. 01200 441507


,or any St Ambrose Church member. There will also be a licensed bar.


Members are reminded to take their groceries for the hampers to be raffled and their main


' and line prizes for the bingo night, which will be held on Thursday, March 17th at 7-15p.m.


Photograph The speaker at the next meeting of Grindle­ ton WI on March 10th will be the Rev. Andy Froud, who will be talk­ ing about “Life at St George’s”. The com­ petition is for a school photograph. .


will be at St Ambrose Church parish room, Grindleton, tomor­ row at 7-30 p.m. to talk about his book “Nowt! A Ministry of Noth­ ing?” Admission is £5, (pay at the door) which includes a drink and nibbles.


are registered blind and the friends and as­ sociates scheme that offers an alternative to full WI membership for those who are unable to attend regular meetings due to work, family or social commitments.


Proceeds will be shared between the Denman College Bursary and the Grindleton Pavilion Project.


HARROP


Fellowship Last Sunday Harrop Christian Fellowship had a visit from Pastor Edwin Holland, of Pres­ ton, who ministered in word and song. He spoke on the “Mighty Hand of God” which


Next Sunday at 2 p.m. the guest speaker will be the Rev. Lex Thakur, of Rochdale. If you are lonely and want to meet new people you will be very welcome.


KNOWLE GREEN


Luncheon The Sue Ryder Girls will be performing songs from the ’40s and ’50s at the annual memorial luncheon in Knowle Green Village Hall on Sunday. The buffet luncheon is served from 12-30 p.m. Admission is an inclusive £10, but bring your own drinks. Mr Syd Brown will offi­ cially be re-opening the hall following its recent upgrade. For tickets tel. 01254878447.


The Square Old Knowle Greeners will


remember the Hornby family who used to live in The Square before the family emigrated to Christchurch, New Zealand over 50 years ago. Dorothy, Elizabeth and Christine attended Knowle Green School, the church and Sunday School and Mrs Horn­ by was active in the community, the WI and Knowle_Green Drama Group. Tlie family have confirmed that they are all safe and well, but say that Christchurch is like a war zone. If any­ one would like to renew contact with the girls, they should contact


Tonight Stuart Rog­ ers and friends will be guests, speaking on their recent trip to In­ dia. The meeting will start at 7-45 p.m.


Edwin’s wife testified for her healing, thanking everyone for prayers on her behalf.


' covers and protects. He has his hand over and his hand below and all must make sure their hands are in His.


in Grindleton Primary School hall. Tickets £7 each can be obtained from Judy Bateman on 441106 (please leave a message) and include one bingo book, a sup­ per of lasagne and des­ sert. Take your own drinks and glasses.


Jean Procter. LOW MOOR


Low Moor table tennis B team won 30-1 against Adpacks of Burnley.


The Pool A team won 7-3 against Billington in the semi-final of the Cup. They will play the Kings Arms in the final..


Bonus ball winners were P. Traynor, D. Parkin­ son.


PENDLETON


Waste paper It’s paper day in Pendle­ ton on Tuesday. Please leave papers in the white bags provided.


History club Pendleton History Club meets on Thursday, March 10th at 7-30 p.m.in the village hall. Everyone welcome. '


Next week members are to meet at the Health Centre car park at 7 p.m. for stock-judging.


READ


Bowling club A meeting will be held


DAVID HARTSHORN


for members of Read Bowling Club in the cricket club pavilion on Monday, March 7th at 1-30 p.m. to discuss the forthcoming coffee morning and other mat­ ters relating to the new season. The committee would appreciate as many members as pos­ sible attending.


Waste paper Waste paper will be col­


lected in Read and Si- monstone on Monday. Please leave white sacks or carrier bags out early in the morning.


Soup Sunday On Sunday, March 6th, before the afternoon communion service which will be taken by the United Reformed Church minister the Rev. Michele Jarmany, a soup lunch will be held from 12-30 p.m. The lunch will be soup, bread roll and cake. There will be no charge for the lunch, but dona­ tions will be gratefully accepted.


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