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NEWSCOMMUNITY WORD FROM THE EDITOR

Published in partnership with Bournville College June 2015, Issue 9

Do you have an interesting story to share? Is there something happening in your area you would like us to report on? Then get in touch with us by:Email: [email protected]: 0121 477 1380Twitter: #OurLocalNews

Neonatal Babies Helping Birmingham Women’s Researches

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DE: Courses for Adults Starting in September 2015

See pages 6 - 7 to find out more

Clinical Research at Birmingham Women’s has increased

significantly in the last few years and studies are taking place in every specialty area to help develop new and better ways of caring for patients. Although the Women’s is a small hospital, they are actually the 4th highest research recruiting specialist trusts in the UK for clinical trials.

The team of neonatal research nurses at BWH working alongside the neonatal team of nurses, doctors and allied health professionals are both active and enthusiastic about research bringing about new and exciting changes in Neo-natal care along with advances in treatment that can only be a good thing for the babies and families. They could not do this without the support of their patients and in the case of the Neonatal research, the support of the parents and their babies.

Currently on the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, one of their tiny premature babies is taking part in no less than four research trials. Karisha Chanda was born at just 29 weeks, weighing a mere 450grams (1lb) and she will spend some more weeks on the unit as they help her to put on weight and become well enough to go home. During her time in the hospital, her family have kindly agreed to let her take part in some very important research trials. These include two randomised controlled and two observational trials.

SiFT is a randomised controlled milk feeding trial which compares the effects of fast and slow increases in feeding volumes.

This trial will help to look at how long it takes for babies to reach full milk feeds whilst in hospital.

PlaNeT –2 is a randomised controlled trial comparing different thresholds for platelet transfusions in premature babies. The aim of this trial is to see if platelets do not need to be given so often in babies who have lower than normal platelets reducing the need for blood products and painful drips for babies.

REDEXAM is an observational trial which uses urine analysis to screen for Retinopathy of Prematurity. This is a condition which affects the eyes in premature babies. The urine screening may identify this condition

without the baby having to undergo repeated painful eye examinations.

Pine is also an observational study which analyses urine to help identify a baby’s risk of developing a serious condition called Necrotising Entrocolitis (NEC). The trial tests a protein in the urine and may enable the hospital to identify babies with this condition earlier and therefore reduce the risk of serious complications.

Many of the babies on the Neonatal Unit take part in these trials which in most cases do not impact on their day to day care.

Neonatal Research Nurse, Rachel Jackson is the Nurse Lead for all of these trials and

she is responsible for recruiting parents and their babies onto the trials. She explained: ‘We know that having a child in hospital is a stressful time for parents. Having a premature and sick child can be even more of a strain; with this is mind it is essential that the medical team work in partnership with patient’s families. It is amazing to see people engaging with research and wanting to improve care for babies in the future even though there may be no benefit for their own baby. Taking part in research trials is totally voluntary and we try to empower parents by giving them as much information as they need to make the right decision for them and their baby.’

Rachel added: ‘We are dependent on the co-operation of parents to enable us to conduct these clinical trials and so we are incredibly grateful to Mr and Mrs Chanda for allowing their daughter to take part in four trials. We will be awarding her with a certificate on her cot this week as our way of saying thank you.

All the trials have the potential to identify both serious and in some cases life threatening conditions, so the more parents that can support us, the more babies we can help both in our hospital as well as across the country and internationally.’

Parents of Karisha, Mr and Mrs Chanda commented: ‘Being on these trials will be of benefit to herself and hospital research and she will be able to help babies in the future. The fact that she was born three months early is amazing. We named her Karisha as it means ‘miracle.’

COMMUNITY NEWS - Published in partnership with Bournville CollegeJune 20152

NEWS

Like many others, the General Election result has left me

with a lot of questions. What does another five years of Conservative Government mean for people in this area struggling on low pay, and struggling to make ends meet at the end of the month? What does it mean for cities like Birmingham, whose Council has to cope with yet more budget challenges and strains on vital services like social care? What does it mean for the future of the Party I am member of, Labour, who suffered such a serious defeat?

There is not the space in this column to address those questions. But I do know that this election has reaffirmed my answer to that age-old question - ‘why does politics matter’?

I am hugely grateful to have been re-elected for the sixth time as Northfield’s MP since 1992. I will continue to work day in day out to represent my constituents, challenge the Government, Council and others when things are wrong, and fight for a fairer future for our area. But I know that no MP can do this alone.

Politics matters because it is about people. We saw a real surge in community activism and local interest in politics emerge during this Election, and a real buzz around the campaign here. Just take the volunteers who came in daily to our campaign centre to

telephone local residents and talk to them about why electing a Labour Government was so important. Or the sixth form politics students who wanted to learn about what fighting a General Election campaign was like on the ground, and showed up come rain or shine to knock on people’s doors every afternoon. Look at the lively hustings in local schools like St Thomas Aquinas, where students asked informed and passionate questions on everything from food banks to student maintenance grants. And the residents hit by unfair Tory policies like the bedroom tax, who had never been ‘political’ before but told all their friends and neighbours to get out and vote on May 7th.

People cared. Although Labour may have been defeated nationally, politics matters because of this spirit. It matters because communities succeed when people get involved, stand together and care for each other. That is what the Labour Party is for - both nationally and locally. From fighting for more jobs and opportunities for young people, to supporting families get safer routes to school, or standing up for hard pressed commuters suffering with local train services, the Northfield Labour Party fights many campaigns to make this part of Birmingham a better place to live - but we need you to help us.

Facing five years of a Tory Government we are going to need this community activism more than ever. That is why it is

so important that 37,000 people have joined the Labour Party since the election, and why I am so pleased to have been contacted by so many people who want to get involved locally. I hope readers of Community News will be able to help us fight for a fairer future.

Please join us by getting in touch with me, or visiting join.labour.org.uk

General Election result

RICHARD BURDENView from your Labour MP for Birmingham Northfield

Can Richard Help?Richard Burden is the Labour MP for the Birmingham Northfield constituency which covers Frankley, Kings Norton, Longbridge, Northfield, Shenley, Rednal, Rubery, Weoley and West Heath. If you have a problem – from housing to traffic issues – that you would like Richard’s help with you can get in touch by: Writing to Richard Burden MP, House of Commons, London, SW1A 0AA

Calling 0121 477 7746

Emailing [email protected]

@RichardBurdenMP

RichardBurden4Northfield

You can also make an appointment to see Richard at one of his regular advice desks in the constituency. You can call 0121 477 7746 to make an appointment and confirm the venue.

YOUR VIEWS Do you have an interesting story to share? Is there something happening in your area you would like us to report on? Then get in touch with us by:

Email: [email protected]: 0121 477 1380Twitter: #OurLocalNews

Upcoming EventsNorthfield Carnival

4th July 2015 | 9.30am – 4pm Location: Victoria Common

Activities and stalls for people of all ages. Northfield Arts Forum will present:• Live music, magic, mehndi, face painting,

poetry workshop in Price’s Square from 9.30am

• Fancy dress carnival parade in Quaker House (behind Northfield Library) at 11.30am

• Arts Village, including free arts and crafts, games, den making, sports from 12pm in Victoria Common

• ‘White Shining Land’ free play in Price’s Square at 4pm

Kings Norton Canal Festival

10th – 12th July 2015 | 10am – 2pm Location: Kings Norton Park playing fields and Village Green

Activities and stalls for people of all ages: small fair rides, games, history, walks, live music, bar, boat rides, pig roast, dry boat races and many more. Northfield Arts Forum will present free craft workshops.

Northfield Beach

22nd – 26th July 2015 | 10am – 4pm Location: Victoria Common

Activities and stalls for people of all ages: sand, deckchairs, Punch and Judy, retro American school bus and moreBands: Tempting Rose, Friendly Fire Band, Mods & Sods, The Oya BatucadaNorthfield Arts Forum will present Arts Village, including free arts and crafts and games.

It’s not too late to join Bournville College

Thursday 30th July 2015 | 10am – 3pm Location: Bournville College, 1 Longbridge Lane, Birmingham B31 2AJ

If you’re thinking about starting a course, visit Bournville College on this day to discuss your options and view facilities available.

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Frankley Street Champions are a voluntary group that are active in

the community supporting residents to take pride and ownership in the area that they live in.

A series of sessions are held every Wednesday and some weekends that involve community clear ups. FSC invited Cllr Lisa Trickett to see the improvements that they have achieved on Princess Diana Way including a footpath that was cleared and rubbish removed. The oldest volunteer was 90 and the youngest was 16 - true intergeneration activity. If you would like to get involved please contact Bruce Pitt via Frankley Parish Council Office.

As part of the Stroke Awareness Month to Make May Purple,

The Stroke Association visited supported learning students at Bournville College to raise awareness of the signs, symptoms and risk factors of stroke.

At the same time, ‘Avis and Tilley Art’ presented them with a cheque for £1560 which has been raised over the last year. ‘Avis and Tilley Art’ is made up of two talented friends who work together at Bournville College. Sharon Tilley, Student Support Co-Ordinator and talented seamstress paired up with Lecturer, Jo Avis in an effort to fundraise for local causes.

Over the past 3 years Longbridge Ward has been targeted by

travellers. To resolve this issue on Boleyn Road, Cllr Andy Cartwright has worked with New Frankley Parish Council, Frankley Street Champions, Birmingham City Council officers and cross boundaries Bromsgrove Cllr Peter Mcdonald and their officers.

It was agreed to put defence prevention mechanisms in, which have been completed to prevent any damage to the local facilities for junior football and the mini motors venue which many locals participate in. Residents from the Royals are pleased that this has happened and welcomed the new ditch.

A giant 300m (1,000ft) water slide is set to come to Birmingham.

Slide the City is billed as the ‘biggest water party of the summer’ where people can slip and slide their way down a giant flume to live music.

The events are hugely popular in America and now organisers have announced on their website that they are bringing the fun to Birmingham on 25th July 2015. The location for the Birmingham event is yet to be confirmed but given public interest, it is set to prove popular.

As well as the chance to slide your way along the length of three football pitches, there will be food and drink stalls selling refreshments. To add to the fun, people are encouraged to bring water buckets, inflatables and water guns to squirt and splash each other with.

The slide the city website is currently offering people the chance to pre-register for the Birmingham event.

How much does it cost?Single slider tickets are £10. That gets you a wristband that enables you to have one go on the slide, between 12pm and 5pm. You also get one free rental of an inflatable tube, or you can bring your own.

Triple slider tickets are £20. You get to slide three times between 12pm and 5pm, and also get a drawstring bag, waterproof phone case and three free inflatable tube rentals.

VIP slider tickets are £35. That means you can slide up to an hour before and an hour after the slide opens for the day, plus as many times as you like between 12pm and 5pm. You will also get a goody bag, which includes sunglasses and your own inflatable tube to take home.

Who can take part?Sliders must be aged five or over, or 116cm tall (3ft 9in).

What should you wear?Absolutely anything, apart from jeans or clothes with rivets (e.g. spikes, studs).

COURSES FOR ADULTS STARTING IN SEPTEMBER 2015 - SEE PAGES 6 - 7

News from Sergeant Rafiq Khan from Longbridge Lane Police Station

News in brief A giant water slide for Birmingham

In mid-February, I took over from Robin O’Brien as the neighbourhood

sergeant for the exciting, vibrant ward of Longbridge.

Having come from the city centre, which is in many ways a stark contrast to this area, the thing that has most impressed and humbled me is the sense of community spirit – people pulling together to make the area that much better.

Not all areas I have worked in have that sense of spirit and, just as importantly, champions who focus it. Places like Bournville College are where those community champions are created. Longbridge does have its challenges, as does every area and Community News is a useful platform to highlight local issues and how you can help us.

We are aware of recent complaints from residents about off-road bikes. They are

being ridden dangerously causing fear to the public, not to mention the increased risk of someone becoming seriously hurt. One unfortunate rider recently lost both front teeth as a direct result of driving recklessly. Any bikes that my team see being ridden in an anti-social manner, will be seized and crushed.

Drug use is another local concern. We are currently conducting a series of warrants targeting dealers and cultivators. Anyone thinking of partaking, I urge you, if you are not considering your health, consider your future career prospects as I have no problems in prosecuting.

Be reassuredWe will continue our patrols and work hard with residents and partners to stop the nuisance of off road bikes and put an end to drug activity in your area.

How you can helpIf you have information on drug dealing or taking where you live or if off road motorbikes are causing a nuisance in your neighbourhood and you have information about the use of these vehicles, where they’re being ridden and who by then please call me on 101.

If you want to provide information anonymously, contact the independent crime-fighting charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or crimestoppers-uk.org

Let’s work together to help make Longbridge a safer place to live, work and visit.

Coming up this Summer


Although only a few weeks ago, general election polling day is

fast becoming a distant memory and I can’t say I’m sorry that it’s all over for another five years.

For some quite bizarre reason the weeks and days before a national election seem to bring out the very worst in people. If scaremongering about the National Health Service wasn’t bad enough (did anyone really believe it would close down in the days after polling day?) but the nasty personal attacks on Rachel Maclean by one of her political opponents is, in my opinion, unforgiveable. One “gentleman” threatened to cut the tyres of any Conservative volunteer that parked in his road and others, obviously not believers in democracy, systematically removed Conservative Party posters from residents’ gardens.

So why do we put ourselves through it? Debbie Clancy, the new Conservative Councillor representing Northfield and West Heath, was just a resident with a problem when I knocked on her door. A number of conversations later I broached with Debbie whether she had ever thought of standing for the Council. The rest, as they say, is history and I now feel very privileged to have Debbie as a Council colleague. She’s knocked on endless doors, delivered thousands of leaflets, helped plant trees, picked up endless bags of green waste, attended local meetings, organised petitions and was at the forefront of campaigns to save school crossing patrols.

She visited the homes of those affected by the travellers in West Heath and spends endless hours monitoring potholes and pavements in our area. Ask Debbie why she put herself up for election and she’ll tell you it’s because she enjoys meeting residents and being able to help them with their problems and worries.

Best of all, we both believe we can make a real difference and that really is the main reason we put ourselves through it.

I know that both Rachel Maclean and Debbie are very grateful to everyone who supported them. Rachel is now picking up the reins of her business and also enjoying time with her family - she’s no doubt also pondering on how to spend her millions (seriously...did anyone really believe that she had millions in the bank just because she had a nice home in Kings Norton and, if she did, is it any of our business?).

I couldn’t finish this piece about the election without acknowledging the work of my colleague, Reg Corns, who after fifteen years of service has stepped down from the Council. Reg told us about eighteen months ago that he wouldn’t be seeking re-election this year as he thought it was time to move over for a younger person. Reg has always worked hard both in the Ward and on the Council. From the messages we’ve received we know he’s going to be missed, not just by us, but by many residents he’s helped over the years as well. We all wish him, and his wife Pam, a long and happy retirement - it’s been a long time coming!

This year recognised the 10th anniversary of the collapse of

MG Rover. Pride of Longbridge annual event was held on the 18th April at Cofton Park bringing together the ex-work force, community and businesses to share the great that came out of Longbridge.

In the run up to this year’s event, many community inter-generation engagement projects took place, including turning Sainsbury’s trollies into Longbridge built cars. These were held at many different venues including senior residential homes, local schools and community groups and finally being displayed on the day of the Pride of Longbridge.

Over 10,000 people attended the event and many locals said it’s the highlight of the year seeing such great local heritage celebrated and enjoyed by many. Local crafters and Northfield Arts Forum also joined in providing activities free for all to join in.

Pride of Longbridge organisers are putting together the Pride of Longbridge workers’ memory book. If you would like to contribute please email [email protected] and state ‘Book’ in the subject bar. Lots of great things will be happening throughout the year getting ready for next year’s Pride of Longbridge (April 16th 2016). If you would like to get involved please contact the organisers on the details above.

RANDAL BREWView from your Conservative Councillor - Northfield ward

Thoughts on General Election

WHAT DO YOU THINK? CONTACT US WITH YOUR VIEWS

Pride of Longbridge Community and Heritage group

Ask Debbie why she put herself up for election and she’ll tell you it’s because she enjoys meeting residents.

Contact us.Councillor, Randal Brew.Telephone. 0121 475 8246 Email. [email protected]

Councillor, Debbie Clancy. Telephone. 0121 475 9130 Email [email protected]

Are you a former student of Bournville College?Did you study with us recently or a long time ago?

Why not join our Alumni Society?It’s free and you may even meet your former classmates or tutors.

Complete our online registration form at bournville.ac.uk/alumni-registration

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Bournville College Higher Education is celebrating a

successful review from The Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA) following its review in February 2015.

A team of QAA reviewers visited Bournville College and judged that its academic standards, the quality and enhancement of its student learning opportunities, and the quality of information about its learning opportunities all meet UK expectations. They commented: “The College supports students by offering a good experience at initial application and admissions stages and by offering appropriate support to those who need it. Evidence from student surveys and meetings with students suggest a high degree of satisfaction and student engagement with the learning and teaching environment.”

The review also highlighted the College’s strong focus on student employability which is reflected in the vocational nature of its higher education programmes and the link between work-related and academic learning. Close attention is paid at the programme design stage to the needs of employers’ and students’ opportunities on completion.

Mike Hill, Higher Education Manager at Bournville College commented:

“The courses we offer are specifically designed to meet employment demands of today’s jobs market and therefore contribute to the wealth and prosperity of our students. We have a comprehensive approach to learning and teaching that focuses on inclusivity, student engagement and continuous improvement. We also provide the supportive atmosphere which is integral to the decision making process of our students. We are delighted that QAA has been able to recognise that our academic standards, the quality and

enhancement of our student learning opportunities, and the quality of information about learning opportunities all meet UK expectations.”

A successful review means that the College can display the QAA Quality Mark, indicating to UK and international students that the College meets national requirements for standards and quality.

To find out more about Bournville College’s Higher Education courses

visit bournville.ac.uk/HE or call 0121 477 1300. Year 1 students starting on one of selected Higher Education courses at Bournville College will qualify to receive a LINX 10” Windows tablet to aid their learning experience.

Visit bournville.ac.uk to find out more.

Bournville College Higher Education Celebrates QAA Success

Join a Higher Education course at Bournville College this September and

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Higher EducationFoundation Degree in Business 3 days per week Various 15 30 Sep 2015 £6,500 ^ n/aFoundation Degree in Contemporary Art Practice 3 days per week 9am 15 34 14 Sep 2015 £5,900 ^ n/aFoundation Degree in Early Years 3 days per week Various 15 30 Sep 2015 £6,500 ^ n/aFoundation Degree in Film & Television Production Technology 3 days per week 9am 15 34 14 Sep 2015 £5,900 ^ n/aFoundation Degree in Health and Social Care 3 days per week Various 15 30 Sep 2015 £6,500 ^ n/aFoundation Degree in Hospitality and Tourism Management 3 days per week Various 15 30 Sep 2015 £6,500 ^ n/aFoundation Degree in Sports Coaching & Development 3 days per week Various 15 30 Sep 2015 £6,500 ^ n/aHNC in Automotive Diagnostics and Management Principles M-F Various 13 36 Sep 2015 £4,700 ^ n/a

Management & ProfessionalAAT Award in Accounting Level 1 W 6pm 2 11 16 Sep 2015 £115 £125AAT Certificate in Accounting Level 2 Th 9.30am 5 35 17 Sep 2015 £750 £165AAT Certificate in Accounting Level 2 Tu / Th 6pm 5 35 15 Sep 2015 £750 £165AAT Diploma in Accounting Level 3 Tu 9am 6 35 15 Sep 2015 £900 * £245AAT Diploma in Accounting Level 3 Tu / Th 6pm 6 35 15 Sep 2015 £900 * £245AAT Diploma in Accounting Level 3 M 1pm 4 48 21 Sep 2015 £1,300 * £245BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Enterprise and Social Media 3 days per week 9am 15 36 Sep 2015 £495 * £165CICM Level 3 - Accountancy Unit Th 6pm 3 33 17 Sep 2015 £450 # n/aCICM Level 3 - Credit Management (Trade, Export & Consumer) Unit Th 6pm 3 33 Jan 2016 £450 # n/aCICM Level 5 - Unit 1, 2 & 3 W 6pm 3 1/2 8 Sep 2015 £400 # n/aCILEX Professional Diploma in Law and Practice (2 years) Level 3 Tu 6pm 3 32 15 Sep 2015 £1,350 # n/aCIM Certificate in Professional Marketing Level 4 Tu 6pm 3 1/2 33 15 Sep 2015 £1,150 # n/aCMI Diploma in First Line Management W 6pm 3 34 16 Sep 2015 £900 # n/aCIM Diploma in Professional Marketing Level 6 Th 6pm 3 1/2 33 17 Sep 2015 £1,500 # n/aCIM Foundation Certificate in Marketing Level 3 W 6pm 3 20 16 Sep 2015 £650 # n/aCMI Diploma in Management & Leadership(QCF) Tu 6pm 3 32 15 Sep 2015 £1,300 # n/aCIPD Foundation Certificate in HR Practice Tu 6pm 3 35 1 Sep 2015 £1,190 # n/aCIPS Level 4 - Business Needs in Procurement & Supply Unit Tu 6pm 3 10 8 Sep 2015 £440 # n/aCIPS Level 3 - Inventory & Logistics Operations Unit M 6pm 3 10 Nov 2015 £375 # n/aCIPS Level 4 - Negotiating and Contracting in Procurement & Supply Unit Tu 6pm 3 10 Feb 2016 £440 # n/aCIPS Level 3 - Procurement & Supply Workflow Unit M 6pm 3 8 Sep 2015 £300 # n/aCIPS Level 3 - Procurement & Supply Relationships Unit M 6pm 3 8 Feb 2016 £300 # n/aCIPS Level 4 - Sourcing in Procurement & Supply Unit Tu 6pm 3 10 Nov 2015 £440 # n/aCIPS Level 5 - Management in Procurement & Supply Unit W 6pm 3 8 9 Sep 2015 £310 # n/aCIPS Level 5 - Managing Risks in Supply Chains Unit W 6pm 3 8 Nov 2015 £310 # n/aCIPS Level 5 - Improving Competitiveness of Suppy Chains Unit W 6pm 3 8 Feb 2016 £310 # n/aCoaching Skills in Team Leading & Management Various 9.30am 1 day n/a Dates throughout the year £65 # n/aFoundation Degree in Business 3 days per week Various 15 30 Sep 2015 £6,500 ^ n/aImproving Leadership & Management Performance Various 9.30am 1 day n/a Dates throughout the year £65 # n/aManage Conflict in a Team Various 9.30am 1 day n/a Dates throughout the year £65 # n/aPrinciples of Project Management Various 9.30am 1 day n/a Dates throughout the year £65 # n/a

Mandatory Training & Short CoursesAsbestos Awareness Training Flexible 9.30am 1/2 day n/a Dates throughout the year £60 # n/aAssertiveness Flexible 9.30am 1 day n/a Dates throughout the year £50 # n/aBritish Sign Language Course – Level 1 Taster Session Flexible 9.30am 1/2 day n/a Dates throughout the year £30 # n/aDiversity in the Workplace E-learning Easy to follow online modules. Complete the course at your own speed. £30 # n/aEmergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) Flexible 9.30am 1 day n/a Dates throughout the year £60 # n/aFire Awareness Training Flexible 9.30am 1/2 day n/a Dates throughout the year £30 # n/aFirst Aid at Work Flexible 9.30am 3 days n/a Dates throughout the year £175 # n/aHABC Award in Safe Moving & Handling Level 2 Flexible 9.30am 1 day n/a Dates throughout the year £60 # n/aHABC Award in Food Safety Level 2 Flexible 9.30am 1 day n/a Dates throughout the year £60 # n/aHABC Award in Health & Safety Level 2 Flexible 9.30am 1 day n/a Dates throughout the year £60 # n/aHealth and Safety E-learning Easy to follow online modules. Complete the course at your own speed. £30 # n/aNEBOSH Flexible 9.30am 10 days n/a Dates throughout the year £995 # n/aPaediatric First Aid Course Flexible 9.30am 2 days n/a Dates throughout the year £80 # n/aSafeguarding Adults at Risk E-learning Easy to follow online modules. Complete the course at your own speed. £30 # n/a

Motor Vehicle & Motorcycle MaintenanceDiploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles Level 3 3 days per week 9am 15 36 Sep 2015 £495 * n/aDiploma in Motorcycle Maintenance and Repair Principles Level 3 3 days per week 9am 15 36 Sep 2015 £495 * n/aHNC in Automotive Diagnostics and Management Principles M-F Various 13 36 Sep 2015 £4,700 ^ n/aIMI Automotive Technician Accreditation Level 3 W 9am 1 day n/a Dates throughout the year £375 # n/a

Science & EngineeringBTEC Diploma in Applied Science Level 3 3 days per week 9am 15 36 Sep 2015 £495 * n/aBTEC Extended Diploma in Electrical/Electronic Engineering Level 3 3 days per week 9am 15 36 Sep 2015 £495 * n/a

Teaching & TrainingAward in Assessing Competence in the Work Environment Level 3 F 9.30am 1/2 day 4 Dates throughout the year £750 # £20Award in Education & Training (AET) M-F 9.30am 1 week intensive 1 Dates throughout the year £325 # n/aAward in Education & Training (AET) Tu 6pm 2 1/2 13 29 Sep 2015 £265 # £105Award in Education & Training (AET) Tu 2pm 2 1/2 13 13 Oct 2015 £265 # £105Certificate in Education & Training (CET) F 9.30am 3 34 25 Sep 2015 £2,440 # n/aCertificate in Education & Training (CET) Th 6pm 3 34 24 Sep 2015 £2,440 # n/aDiploma in Education & Training (DET) Th 2pm 3 34 24 Sep 2015 £2,440 # n/aDiploma in Education & Training (DET) W 6pm 3 34 23 Sep 2015 £2,440 # n/a

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HospitalityBTEC Extended Diploma in Hospitality Level 3 3 days per week Various 14 36 Sep 2015 £495 * £185Foundation Degree in Hospitality and Tourism Management 3 days per week Various 15 30 Sep 2015 £6,500 ^ n/aNVQ Certificate in Professional Cookery Level 2 1 day per week 10am 5 35 Sep 2015 £1,000 £95NVQ Diploma in Professional Cookery Level 3 Tu 10am 5 35 Sep 2015 £1,300 * £95

IT, Games & DigitalBTEC Diploma in Enterprise and Social Media Level 3 3 days per week 9am 15 36 Sep 2015 £495 * £165BTEC Extended Diploma in Interactive Digital Media Level 3 3 days per week 9am 15 36 Sep 2015 £495 * £185BTEC Extended Diploma in IT (Games Development) Level 3 3 days per week 9am 15 36 Sep 2015 £495 * £185BTEC Extended Diploma in IT Level 3 3 days per week 9am 15 36 Sep 2015 £495 * £185Social Media Training Various 9.30am 1 day n/a Dates throughout the year £50 # n/a


















Exciting new course for budding entrepreneursBudding entrepreneurs will be

able to put their business ideas into practice on a new course in Enterprise and Social Media at Bournville College.

The course which focuses on developing a full business plan will also enable students to test their business idea, learn basics of marketing, build a website and make the most of social media channels for promotional purposes.

Commencing in September 2015, this course is ideal for individuals who are looking to run or further develop skills in setting up and managing their own business. During the time on the course, the business idea will be tested and students will have to run the business for at least six weeks. They will learn how to promote, gain finance and manage their business as well as be able to set up a website from scratch and use it in supporting the marketing and running of the business idea.

Phil Bancroft, Faculty Head - Business & Professional Studies, commented, “The BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Enterprise and Social Media is a unique course developed to equip the future entrepreneurs with the skills and tools to start their business and manage it from then on. Social media marketing is one of the buzz phrases of today’s marketplace; every businessman knows he or she should be doing some, but only very few are entirely sure precisely how to add it into their marketing mix. This course will address these issues and equip students with solid knowledge on how to effectively use promotional tools that modern technology brings, such as social media and online marketing.”

Such is the increase of social media in business and social use, Oxford University Press has declared Hashtag as “children’s word of the year” and use of the “#” is heavily utilised amongst younger generations to increase meaning to sentences.

Over a thousand people from across the Muslim community

in Birmingham have been involved in the creation of a piece of spiritual artwork for the Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham (QEHB).

The unique spiritual artefact – a mihrab, is embedded with over 1,000 mosaic tiles, with each tile representing one individual making a du’a (a prayer) before painting it.

A mihrab is usually a semicircular niche in the wall of a mosque that indicates the direction of the Ka’aba in Makkah, the holiest city in Islam - and the direction that Muslims face when praying.

All generations from across the Muslim community took part in the event held at the hospital’s Learning Hub, as well as in the community at mosques, madrasa’s, and seniors’ day centres; bringing all sections of the Muslim community together in the creation of the artefact.

After the ceramic tiles were painted they were taken to be fired and set in a specially created 7ft solid oak frame.

The mihrab was unveiled on Wednesday 3rd June, by the Lord Mayor, Councillor Ray Hassall, as well as leading individuals and

families from the Muslim community and others who also took part in the mihrab’s creation, at a ceremony at QEHB.

The project has been the brainchild of QEHB’s Muslim Chaplain, Rehanah Sadiq who sought donations to create the free-standing mihrab over three years ago to create the essential focal point for the Muslim prayer room in the hospitals purpose built faith and community centre.

Ms Sadiq said: “The uniqueness of this mihrab is that each tile is a representation of an individual’s sincere and heartfelt du’a, a spiritual act of prayerfulness.

“The visual impact of the unity of so many peoples’ prayers reflected in the mosaic pattern of the tiles is both powerful and moving to the visitor, knowing that these prayers were made for them as well as for patients, relatives and staff of the hospital.

“Being a part of the creation of this mihrab is personally meaningful to so many people and appreciation has been expressed in a book full of the signatures of those who painted a tile.

“I was inspired by the altar found in many chapels, with its focal position in the room. It made sense to have a mihrab

which indicates the directional focus for prayer, and a great opportunity to create a beautiful piece of artwork with spiritual significance.”

QEHB celebrates its diversity and the way in which people of different faiths work together to deliver excellent care.

Rev Richard Wharton, Chaplaincy Team Leader at QEHB, said: “The installation of the mihrab is significant because it highlights the recognition by the Trust that the honouring of different peoples’ spiritual and religious traditions is fundamental to developing person-centred care and clinical excellence.”

He added: “The opportunity to findexpression for this through the commissioning of this piece of spiritual art is very exciting and one, I hope, that brings peace and comfort to different people at such momentous occasions in their lives.”

An exhibition which shows the creation of the mihrab from drawing board, to installation is open to all in the Education Centre, Level 1, QEHB.

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B31 VOICESSome of our news from MayB31 Voices provides an interactive resource for news, issues, campaigns, events and more throughout the district.

Community leaders in Northfield released a joint statement following the tragic death of 18 year old Sherriff Mbye who was fatally stabbed in the town centre in April. In the statement, and on social media using the hashtag #WeAreNorthfield, community leaders and residents expressed their support for the family and friends of Sherriff while sending a positive message about the strength of community in Northfield.

The statement closed: “Let us not, though, let this incident stop us celebrating what makes Northfield unique: its people, its passion and its real sense of togetherness. There is so much good within our unique and positive community and we are incredibly proud to say B31 is our home. #wearenorthfield”

The beach is back! Northfield Beach will return 22nd – 26th July 2015, 10am - 4pm, in Victoria Common, complete with sand, deckchairs, face painting, stilt walkers and more!

Organisers are looking for local talent - bands, singers, dancers - to perform at the event.

Local community groups are invited to join the Community Alley, to provide information & advice to the general public. The Stalls are free and it is a great opportunity to engage with the local community.

For more information call Northfield Community Partnership on 0121 411 2157 or email [email protected]

Staff from Cofton Nursery in Longbridge helped Birmingham City Council Parks Department scoop yet another Gold Award at this year’s Chelsea Flower Show. Birmingham won their 4th consecutive Gold Award with a display celebrating the 300 year history of the city’s cathedral. Birmingham was also presented with the Diamond Jubilee Award for the best exhibit in the Grand Pavilion.

Half term saw a special emergency call out for Fireman Sam. The TV character entertained local youngsters at Northfield Shopping Centre.

Local and General Election results: Labour’s Richard Burden held his seat as MP for Northfield constituency. In the local council elections, there was no change of party in three of the four wards in Northfield district, but Labour did gain a seat in Weoley from the Conservatives.

Councillors elected are: Kings Norton: Peter Griffiths (Labour), Longbridge: Andy Cartwright (Labour), Northfield: Debbie Clancy (Conservative), Weoley: Steve Booton (Labour).

Final, Villa fans took the opportunity to pay tribute to a life long Villa fan, who sadly passed away days after going to Wembley with his family to see them earn their place in the FA Cup final.

“Grandad Villa” Graham Hassall, 63, from Weoley Castle enjoyed his final match with his family, watching Villa beat Liverpool in the semi-final at Wembley. Fans honoured him with a one-minute applause in the 63rd minute of the match.

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Joint drugs sting nets cross-city ring

Residents from Northfield, Rubery, Rednal and Frankley

were among ten people arrested as part of a blitz on a Birmingham and Liverpool drugs-ring.

A number of raids took place in May 2015 as part of an ongoing joint operation between the West Midlands Police and HM Prison Service to target the supply of cocaine between organised crime groups in Merseyside and Birmingham.

Among the latest arrested was James Seabury, 34 of Bunbury Road in Northfield, Janice McCall, 34, from New Road in Rubery, Terri Flynn, 24, of Quarry House Close in Frankley and Patrick Stenston, 24, of Leyfield Road in Liverpool. All have been charged with conspiracy to supply class A drugs and appeared before Birmingham Magistrates’ Courts.

This follows the arrests of eight people, from across south Birmingham on 20th May 2015. Seven people were charged with a conspiracy to supply class A drugs and are due to appear before Birmingham Magistrates’ court. This includes Emma Foster, 30, of Chapelfield Road in Rednal, Steven Foster, 27, of Silthouse Grove in Rubery, Reece Doulay, 22 both of Silthouse Grove in Rubery. Sharon McKeown, 47, of Silthouse Grove in Rednal and Jamie Stockwell, 25, of New Road in Rubery were among the group.

A 31-year-old man arrested the same day was bailed pending further enquiries. Officers carrying out the swoops also recovered large amounts of cannabis and various weapons.

Anyone with any information should call police on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.


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Homeless Project & Children’s Centre Join Forces to Tackle Debt From the 22nd June the South

Birmingham Young Homeless Project and Frankley Plus Children’s Centre will be joining forces to offer support to local people who are experiencing debt.

It is reported that 1.4 million UK families with dependent children are currently in debt. Birmingham alone has approximately 84000 children living in poverty and families are finding themselves in a situation of taking out credit just to pay for necessities like food and heating.

At the South Birmingham Young Homeless Project their experienced advisors have been working hard to support clients to tackle their debt problems and maximise their incomes. They can talk to creditors on client’s behalf, set up realistic repayment plans, create income and expenditure forms and in some cases get the debts cleared all together.

Now they have been asked to take this support into the local Children’s Centre to ensure that local families do not find themselves falling into the ‘Debt Trap’.

‘Being in control of your finances can have a huge impact on how you feel’, one client

who received help from the project said. ‘I never thought that I would be able to manage. When I first came in I was really stressed out and upset but I feel loads better now. In fact I feel really good that I know how to manage my money.’

SBYHP is an information and resource centre for young people and young families. They offer advice and support regarding housing, benefits, debt, sexual health and getting into work.

Anyone aged 16 – 24 can drop in and see an adviser Monday – Thursday, 10am – 4pm at The Depot, Belton Grove, Longbridge, B45 9PD. Over 25’s will need to book an appointment. If you would like more information about the project or the debt sessions at Frankly Plus Children’s Centre please contact SBYHP on 0121 457 8739 email [email protected].

Nothing now remains of Hawkesley House, except a

small section of the moat which surrounded it. It was owned by the Middlemores, a prominent Roman Catholic family.

In early 1645, Colonel John Fox, under orders from the Parliamentarian Committee in Worcester, evicted the Middlemores and moved into Hawkesley. He was not a stranger to Middlemore property having garrisoned their house at Edgbaston in the previous year. A Captain Gough was placed in command of the new garrison.

On 11 May, the headquarters of the Royalist army was at Bromsgrove. The Journal of Richard Symonds, an officer with Prince Rupert, gives us an eyewitness account of the taking of Hawkesley:

“His Majesty, with his own regiment of foot and horseguards only, marched from Inkborough magna to Saltwiche [Droitwich], where he stayed till Wednesday. In the meantime Prince Rupert set down before Hawkesley House, belonging to one Mr Middlemore.

Lord Astley’s tertia of foot made the approaches which were left for us, with great advantage, viz. banks, a lane and trees. Captain Backster of the Horse was killed here, and some foot soldiers and pioneers. On Wednesday about two o’clock in the afternoon, the King left Wiche, and went with his guards to the leaguer [camp] before Hawkesley; and just as His Majesty appeared in view, it was delivered unto the mercy of the King and his officers, on condition that they might be free from the insolence of common soldiers. In the house were found a month’s provisions and ammunition; but the soldiers would not fight, when they perceived it was the King’s army. The son of Dr Gouge [sic] was the captain, and governor, and Whichcot commanded the horse. There were 60 foot, and above 40 horse. After Lord Astley had pillaged the house, and taken the soldiers prisoners, the house was set on fire. This night the King lay at Cofton-hall, two myle off.”

That there was so much powder and shot and a month’s supply of provisions can only lead to the conclusion that, but forthe arrival of the King, the house’s defenders would have fought on. The razing of the house was common policy to prevent its use by Fox or any other malignants. Presumably the Middlemores were compensated.

Today, Moat House tower block, towards the Longbridge end of Turves Green, sits within the area occupied by Hawkesley House.

The Siege of Hawkesley House 12-14 May 1645

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More than 60 businesses at St. Modwen’s Longbridge

Technology Park have some of the world’s fastest internet speeds at their fingertips thanks to the roll out of hyperfast fibre broadband.

Tenants can now achieve connections as fast as 1000 megabits (1Gig) per second or higher. Such speeds could enable an album to be downloaded in 0.6 seconds, 500 photos to be downloaded in 21 seconds, and an HD movie in 43 seconds.

St. Modwen has installed the broadband technology to ensure Longbridge Technology Park remains one of the West Midlands’ leading tech hubs for businesses at the forefront of their industries. The move is part of the £8 million Longbridge Connectivity Package, which will see the community benefit from an extensive programme of digital and physical improvements.

Longbridge Technology Park comprises Innovation Centre and Two Devon Way, which cater for dynamic start-ups and growing business. James Teal, manager of the Innovation Centre, said: “The rollout of hyperfast broadband further boosts the Park’s connectivity credentials and enables our tech enterprises to innovate, approach new markets and grow in in an increasingly global marketplace. It also helps us attract new companies, especially heavy-use operations such as data centres,

E-commerce and data mining companies and internet exchange points.”

New Innovation Centre tenant Offsite Servers, which specialises in professional cloud hosting services with clients across the globe, said the new hyperfast broadband was one of the main reasons for their relocation to Longbridge in April 2015.

Offsite Servers director Philip Base said: “We’ve had roots in Birmingham since 2000 so it’s great to be at Longbridge. We wanted to be part of a technology hub and take advantage of the network of contacts and latest digital infrastructure that comes with it.”

Along with hyperfast broadband, the Longbridge Connectivity Package will see a range of transport improvements including an upgrade to Longbridge Rail Station, an M42 Connectivity Scheme with improvements to Longbridge Lane and enhanced links to the north and east of the city. A cycle link scheme, new bus interchange, park and ride facilities and provision of real time transport information using plasma display screens will also be provided.

St. Modwen, Centro, the LEP and Birmingham City Council, in collaboration with the Longbridge Connectivity Group, were granted funding from the Government’s Growth Deal in March 2014 for the Longbridge Connectivity Package.

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Bisons Rugby Academy

Bournville Bisons tackle the competition

Bisons and Moseley RFC have announced the opening of the first

and only full-time Rugby Academy in Birmingham to commence this September. The programme is aimed at developing elite young sportsmen combined with studying academic qualifications.

Students aged 16-18 years old will study together in the new stand at Moseley RFC. State-of-the-art facilities are available to students to enable them to enhance as players and improve their theoretical knowledge that underpins the sport. The Rugby Academy will offer students the chance to embark on a Level 2 or 3 BTEC programme in sport and include additional Maths and English.

The Academy squad will compete on the first team pitch in the West Midlands Performance league with matches taking place on Wednesdays. Players will be encouraged to develop their own coaching skills throughout the programme and expand skills required for their chosen progression route.

Spokesman for of Moseley RFC said: “We are excited about developing a partnership with Bournville College and I believe that some of these players will soon be making a 1st team appearance with the club.”

Travis McIntyre, Rugby Development Coach at Bournville College said: “This is a fantastic opportunity for talented young

players to do what they are passionate about. They get to play rugby every day under the instruction of experienced and RFU qualified coaches whilst creating a foundation for their future, whether that be university or employment.”

If you or someone you know might be interested in applying to the Bisons Rugby Academy please contact Travis McIntyre at [email protected] or visit our Facebook or Twitter Pages. facebook.com/BisonsRugby

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Having gone undefeated in the league and winning numerous

7s titles and the National Beach Rugby Plate during an amazing first season, the success has continued into season 2. The Bisons have already won 8 trophies and the individual honours are clocking up as well.

This year’s Captain, Jake Lines has just signed a contract with Semi – Pro Nation Div 1 Club Cinderford. In addition, Jerry Turagabeci has returned home with the Junior World Trophy after playing for Fiji Under 20 in just his second year of rugby. His first was right here with the Bisons. This is an amazing achievement in such a short time of being a rugby player. Last year he scored an amazing 28 points in just 1 half (7 minutes) of a game of 7s against Dudley College.

So far the honours’ list includes:

North Midlands U20Tom Pashley, Corey Douglas, Manasa Volaikisuva, Tosan Edrems, Jake Lines, Billy Lee and Jerry Turagabeci.

West Midlands CollegesTravis McIntyre (Coach), Tom Pashley, Corey Douglas.

Midlands CollegesTravis McIntyre (Coach), Tom Pashley, Corey Douglas.

England CollegesTravis McIntyre (Coach), Tom Pashley (Captain), Corey Douglas.

Fiji U20 at the Junior World TrophyJerry Turagabeci.

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