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‘Have your say’ event on tour!

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Tuesday, 11 November 2008 19:59

Residents of Havant have the chance to share their views or to ask questions about Havant Borough Council and the way it is run, at one of three “Have your Say” events.

This annual event has been extended and is being hosted at two additional venues around the borough, rather than in previous years only being at the civic offices.

Councillor Tony Briggs, Leader of the council says, “Previous years have brought a variety of questions and views from residents. It gives people the chance to speak directly to those who make the decisions in a friendly and open environment. I thought it was important to try and take this event out to the community in order to make it more accessible.”

To have your chance to hear how the council sets its budget; its vision for the future; and to question Havant Borough Council’s Executive Councillors you will need to submit your questions in advance and you also need to indicate what event you wish to attend.

Events are being held as follows:-

Monday 24 November 2008 at Civic Offices, Havant, from 2.00pm to 4.00pm.

Tuesday 25 November 2008 at Anders House, Milton Road, Waterlooville, from 7.00pm to 9.00pm.

Monday 8 December 2008 at Hayling Island Community Centre, from 7.00pm to 9.00pm.

For further details on how to submit your question and reserve your place please use this link>>, or call the Democratic Services Team 023 9244 6231.

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A taste of the Continent at Westgate

Customers at Westgate Leisure Chichester will soon be able to enjoy Costa Coffee products in modern surroundings when the new-look Café Ravenna is opened to customers on Monday 3rd Novmeber from midday.

Councillor John Ridd, Chairman of Chichester District Council will officially open the café on Monday at 11am following extensive building works which have transformed the former bar, eating area and restaurant into one large, open-plan café.

The extensive £500,000 project also provides new function rooms available to hire. The small function room accommodates up to 8 people with the larger taking a maximum of 32. The function rooms are ideal for training, functions and parties, with reception and terrace facilities. All areas are fully accessible, including two sports therapy rooms offering a comprehensive range of sports injury treatments.

Visitors can now make the most of a menu offering salads, paninis, smoothies and bottled beers and wines. Fans of latte, cappuccino, espresso, americano, or traditional filter will find all they need with a range of Costa Coffee drinks. Sit back in comfortable sofas to enjoy the caffeine boost while others make the most of the continental-style café seating or benches for family dining. Or, if the weather is fine, enjoy your drinks al fresco on the new outdoor terrace.

Councillor Nick Thomas, Portfolio Holder for Sport and Culture at Chichester District Council said: "This development, the latest stage in the modernisation of Westgate, offers our customers the very best in the way of catering. Café Ravenna will become a popular place to meet, relax and have something to eat or drink after a session in the pool, fitness suite or studio."

Westgate celebrated its 21^st birthday in 2008 and is now looking ahead to many more years of developing services that are fit for purpose and provide value for money. Café Ravenna marks an important stage in that development.

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All in 5,966 days’ work for South Downs Volunteers

Volunteers committed to the conservation of the South Downs achieved almost 6,000 days of effort in the twelve months to April 2008, according to the Annual Review just published by the South Downs Joint Committee.

Tasks varied from replacing fencing and stiles, such as that on the Downs at South Stoke near Arundel, (above) to carrying out wildlife surveys and practical work to conserve threatened chalk downland habitat. Keen local walkers spent 253 days ensuring that public footpaths and other rights of way were clear, whilst other volunteers checked the condition of more than 50 Scheduled Ancient Monuments. In all, 724 practical tasks were tackled as a result of local people generously giving their time and skills.

The Volunteer Ranger Service makes an important contribution to the delivery of the work of the South Downs Joint Committee and its partners including Natural England, The National Trust, The Forestry Commission, local councils and a range of smaller local groups.

Ian Hartle, Volunteer Co-ordinator for the South Downs Joint Committee, expressed his gratitude to the Volunteer Ranger Service, saying:

‘It really is an honour to be associated with a group of individuals who do so much to ensure the future of the landscape and wildlife of the South Downs. The volunteers’ work makes the Downs a better place for people and wildlife.’

Helena Lewis, a volunteer on the South Downs for more than a decade said:

‘Volunteering takes me off the beaten track, amongst friends, doing practical jobs in beautiful surroundings. It’s good to feel that we are making a difference.’

More information about the last 12 months’ work by volunteers and staff of the South Downs Joint Committee can be found at www.southdownsonline.org or by calling 01243 558700.

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