SWITCH’N’SAVE OFFER: Nottinghamshire County Council has launched a new offer that could help people to save up to £200 a year on their gas and electricity bills. The Switch ‘n’ save is a free, no obligation service to help more people switch energy supplier and save money.
The Council is working with consumer organisation Which? to make sure everyone involved gets the best energy deal available on the market. Recognising that many older people have not switched energy suppliers the offer registration allows up to five households to be registered using one email address.
This means you can register on behalf of people who do not have a PC or use the Internet.
How does Switch’n’Save work? People who want to save money on their household fuel bills can register to join the scheme by:
- Going online to www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk/switchnsave
- Visiting a Nottinghamshire County Council Customer Service Point, where an advisor will help them complete the Switch’n’Save form online.
- Calling 03000 500 80 80
The scheme closes on Wednesday 20th March 2013, so don’t delay – apply today!
GATE INN: The weekly quiz took place on Sunday evening, 24th February, at the local hostelry with the usual starting time of 9:00pm. A good night of banter and hilarity as the event progressed but a surprise ending to the evening as a group of “Newbies” to the local quiz set up, came saw and conquered? This left the regular quizzers, determined to brush up their subjects, get their brains into gear ready for the next challenge. The winners on this occasion decided to take the cash prize on offer leaving the Mystery Prize as just that! Still a mystery.
Another quiz next Sunday!!
ST.BARTHOLOMEW’S CHURCH: On Sunday 3rd March “Morning Prayer” will take place at the local church. The service commences at the usual time of 9:30am and everyone is welcome.
POSTAL SERVICES: The Post Office in the Village Hall will be available as usual on two occasions each week. On Mondays 9:30am – 1:30pm and on Thursdays 9:00am – 1:00pm. The local office can supply residents with : Pensions, Foreign Currency, Travel Insurance, Car insurance, investments and Savings.
LOCAL BEAT TEAM: A change in the formation of the local Beat Team for the area has taken place. PC 3345 Alan Johnson has been recalled to Rapid Response in a managerial restructuring move. His place has been taken by PC 3258 Jason Fellows who will assume responsibility for the area and will replace Alan as Beat Manager.
He will be ably assisted by PCSO 8139 David Airey for the foreseeable future.
The local Beat Team for the BERL beat ( Bassetlaw East Ranskill/ Lound) are as follows:
PC 3258 Jason Fellows Tel: 101 ext. 8077 364 Mobile: 07525 226 893
PCSO 8139 David Airey Tel: 101 ext. 8077 364 Mobile: 07525 226 838
Email contact can be made at jason.fellows@nottinghamshire.pnn,police.co.uk.
The Officer looks forward to meeting as many villagers as possible as he settles into his new post.
NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH: The committee of the local association met on Tuesday 26th February at Station Road in the village at the usual time of 2:30pm. A full report will follow next week.
DISTRICT COUNCILLOR: Tracey Taylor, District Councillor for Sutton Ward can be contacted at any reasonable time on 01777 816 781 or mobile 07771 629 380.
VILLAGE VENTURES: Some tickets are still available for the next production in the Village. Tickets available from all the usual outlets, Pick’s Store in the village or by phoning Frank Bradley on 01777 705 060 or Fred Payne on 01777 707 562.
FLY-GILITY: Man’s best friend accompanied by their respective owners were in attendance again as another session of Fly-Gility took place on Saturday 23rd February at Barnby Moor playing fields. The group meet every week on a Saturday afternoon (weather permitting) from 2:00pm – 4:00pm when owners and dogs add to their weekly exercise regime by taking part in a selection of tasks set out before them.
A mixture of breeds of all shapes and sizes take part in the event which seems to be enjoyed by all present.
SUTTON ART GROUP: The group meet every Friday morning in the Village Hall and will continue throughout the season. Further details of the group and their activities are available from Joan Reiter on 01777 702 137 or Margaret Beare on 01777 704 836.
KELLY J FITNESS: The “Fitness for all” session held in the Village Hall continues to attract new members when they meet on Monday nights at 7:00pm.
The fully qualified fitness instructor and personal trainer is on hand to put members through their paces with exercises tailored to suit individual needs. This is a chance to get your body in shape for summer.
A few vacancies exist within the group and further details are available from Kelly on 07514 098 043 or on Facebook: www.facebook.com/FitnessForAllSuttonCumLound
VILLAGE HALL UPDATE: Work re-commences on the Village Hall refurbishment programme this week as the latter part of phase one comes to a close. Further details to follow.
COUNTY COUNCILLOR: If you have any issues or concerns then your County Councillor Mrs Liz Yates can be contacted at any reasonable time on 01777 860 219.
VILLAGE HALL COMMITTEE: The hall committee met on Wednesday night, 27th February, and a full report will follow next week.
WOMEN’S INSTITUTE: When the ladies of the local WI met on Wednesday evening, 20th February, the meeting commenced on a rather sombre note. Members held a one minutes silence in respect of a colleague and well respected and long standing member of the WI, Marion Staplehurst, who passed away recently.
The meeting then reverted to the normal format and after the completion of the official business the guest speaker for the evening was introduced. The speaker on this occasion, Margaret Edge accompanied by husband Chris gave a talk on “Flowers for Bees and other insects”.
A short quiz to activate the gardening brains present, incorporating a colourful slide show presentation After a lot of pondering and guess work a very close finish ensued with Val Moore being declared overall winner on the night and Monica Hockenhull coming a very close second. In the competition for the evening members wildlife pictures were requested and judged by the speaker. The winner in this section was Michelle Jaafar.
Two members from Ranby WI were present on the night as their own group has unfortunately had to close after 81 years due to reduced numbers attending, age factor, illness and infirmity being other reasons. Members welcomed the visitors and look forward to seeing them again with any friends they wish to bring.
Some members are contemplating a Residential Taster day at Denman whilst others in the group will be attending the Annual General Meeting on Wednesday 17th April 2013 at the Royal Centre, Nottingham. The speaker on that day will be Jack Sheffield, author of Teacher,Teacher Books.
Refreshments for the evening were in the capable hands of Monica Hockenhull and Pauline Marsh.
Further details of the group and their activities are available from the secretary on 01777 818 092.
VILLAGE HALL BOOKINGS: Enquiries with regard to the booking of the Village Hall should be made by contacting 07092 985 831. Anyone making enquiries please note that the number is not manned on a permanent basis, but calls are re routed to one of three points for their attention and will be dealt with as soon as possible.
Please be patient and your enquiry will be dealt with. Thanks for your cooperation.
The Village Hall web site is available at www.suttonvillagehall.net or email: bookings@suttonvillagehall.net
WHEELIE BINS: Residents are reminded that blue bins should be put out for collection late on Monday night (4th March) or early Tuesday morning.