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March 2020    The community magazine of Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council

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                                                                                                                                               Welcome to
                                                                                                                                               Stockton-on-Tees
                                                                                                                                               News.
                                                                                                                                               In this March edition, we have lots of exciting news to share

                                      Childcare
                                                                                                                                               with you, particularly in relation to the work we are doing
                                                                                                                                               to help the Borough’s six towns continue to thrive. On
                                                                       We’re outstanding! | 10                 The Year of The Globe | 16

Hours per week
                                                                                                                                               pages 28 and 29 you can read about the exciting future for
                                                                                                                                               Stockton town centre which is based on the feedback we
                                                                                                                                               received when we asked you how you would like to see the
                                                                                                                                               town centre supported and developed.
                                                                                                                                               And it’s not just Stockton town centre that we have been
                                                                                                                                               asking for your views about. Over the last few months we
                                                                                                                                               have also been talking to you about the Borough’s five
                                                                                                                                               other town centres. We are really pleased that so many
                                                                                                                                               of you wanted to get involved. We’re analysing all of the
                                                                                                                                               responses and will feed back to you soon. Meanwhile, Yarm
                                                                                                                                               has been celebrating after being crowned winner of the
Working parents of                                                                                                                             ‘Rising Star’ category in this year’s Great British High Street
                                                                                                                                               of the Year Awards. You can read about that on page 18.

children aged 3 and                                                    An exciting future for                            Recognition for
                                                                                                                                               Ingleby Barwick’s new leisure facility, IB Leisure, is
                                                                                                                                               set to be ready by the summer and gym membership

4 years old could be
                                                                   Stockton town centre | 28                         apprenticeships | 38      applications open next month. Turn to page 19 to find
                                                                                                                                               out more.

entitled to up to 30
                                                                 Contents
                                                                                                                                               Meanwhile work’s continuing at pace at the Globe which
                                                                                                                                               remains on track to open as the largest live music and
                                                                                                                                               entertainment venue between Newcastle and Leeds later
hours free childcare                                                                                                                           this year. ATG are in talks with a number of promoters as
                                                                                                                                               they begin pulling together the venue’s opening schedule.
                                                                 News Round Up                            4
a week, if they meet                                             Our People                               6
                                                                                                                                               You can learn about that on pages 16 and 17.
                                                                                                                                               It was a great start to the year for Whitehouse Care

eligibility criteria.                                            Our Places                               16                                   Home in Hartburn. It’s been rated ‘Outstanding’ by the
                                                                                                                                               Care Quality Commission. The staff spend a lot of time
                                                                 Our Economy                              28                                   organising various activities for the residents to enjoy
Visit www.stockton.gov.uk/30hours                                Our Council                              34
                                                                                                                                               which you can learn about on page 10.
                                                                                                                                               Last month the Council set the budget for 2020/21,
or call the Families Information                                 Ward Surgeries                           41                                   you can read about our financial plan and the areas
Service on 01642 527225 for                                      What’s On                                44
                                                                                                                                               that the Council will be focussing on this year on page 37.
                                                                                                                                               And finally, don’t forget to check out the handy pull-out
more information.                                                                                                                              spring/summer events guide in the centre of this edition.
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News                                                                                                                                     An exciting future for Stockton town centre
News

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                News
                                                                                                                                                Exciting plans for Stockton town                                 A riverside park, a land bridge and a new library, customer
       From the Borough                                                                                                                                                                                          service centre and Council office are among the plans to
                                                                                                                                                centre have been unveiled.                                       tackle empty shops and open up the town to the river.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Read more about it on pages 28 and 29.

       New long stay car
       park for Yarm
       A piece of land a stone’s throw from
       Yarm High Street is set to become a
       new long-stay car park.
       Last month the Council’s Cabinet approved a deal that,
       subject to planning permission, will see the Council lease
       a site off West Street, currently occupied by the Arncliffe
       Buildings and create 60 car parking spaces there.
       Director of Economic Growth and Development at Stockton-
       on-Tees Borough Council, Richard McGuckin, said: “This
       site is ideally placed to relieve the pressure on parking in
       Yarm. We will now finalise the arrangements for the lease
       and seek planning permission so we can get the car park up
       and running as soon as possible. We know there’s more to be
       done to solve the issue of parking in the town but we’re very
       hopeful that this new site will have a hugely positive impact.”
       The breakthrough comes just weeks after Yarm Business
       Forum’s successful bid for a Great British High Street of the
       Year Award. You can read more about that on page 18.

                                                                         CORONAVIRUS:
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                                                                         INFORMATION
                                                                           CORONAVIRUS:
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       Obituary                                                                PUBLIC
                                                                         The Government and NHS are well prepared                               work has begun                                                    and Sports College
                                                                         to deal with this virus.
       Tributes have been paid to former councillor and                        INFORMATION
                                                                         You can help too.
                                                                                                                                                Highways England has begun                                        has been rated
       Council Leader Bob Gibson OBE who sadly died in
                                                                               The Government
                                                                                   Government and and NHS
                                                                                                       NHS are
                                                                                                           are well
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                                                                                                                    prepared                    improving the A19 route
                                                                                                                                                                                                                  ‘good’ by Ofsted
       January.                                                                The
                                                                               to
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                                                                                            this virus.
                                                                                                                                                between Norton and Wynyard.
                                                                                                 virus.
       Bob, 82, served for 34 years in local government in               The best way to protect yourself and others is:
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       Stockton-on-Tees, including 17 as Council Leader.
                                                                                                                                                By spring 2022 it is expected, the dual carriageway will be
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       He was first elected to Cleveland County Council in 1981                                                                                 increased to three lanes. There will be times when the road
       and then onto Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council in 1982                    a sanitiser
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       where he remained as a councillor for the Newtown ward                                                                                   work can be carried out.
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Richard Henderson, supported by “unified
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                  The report goes on to say parents and carers are “very
                                                                              nhs.uk/coronavirus
       In 2015 the Council conferred its highest ceremonial              areas follow the returning traveller advice.
                                                                              nhs.uk/coronavirus                                                To find out more visit www.highwaysengland.co.uk/                 supportive of the school, especially when describing the
       honour, the Freedom of the Borough, on Bob, who was also          Check the list of areas and find out more at                           projects/a19-norton-to-wynyard                                    care and support for pupils’ personal development.”
       presented with Honorary Alderman status.
                                                                         nhs.uk/coronavirus                                                     Last month Highways England also began replacing the              Other key strengths, the report says, include the “new
       Last year Barratt Homes North East named a street in its                                                                                 A19 viaduct bridge joints. In order to do this safely the road    approach to behaviour that celebrates the positives,”
       new Jubilee Gardens development on Norton Road after                                                                                     needs to be closed southbound from Friday 27-Monday 30            which is seeing both a reduction in disruption and an
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 5
 4     the long-serving former council leader.                                                                                                  March and northbound from Friday 17-Monday 20 April.              improvement in attendance.
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Investing in
Our People

                                                                                                                                                                                                               Our People
                                                                                the Borough’s
                                                                                schools
                                                                                The £52million investment programme
                                                                                in schools and nursery buildings is
                                                                                                                                                Can you give the gift
                                                                                continuing.                                                     of friendship?
                                                                                Here is the latest update on a number of the on-going
                                                                                expansion and improvement projects.                             Taking the time to talk to someone and having a chat
                                                                                                                                                can make a real difference, especially if they don’t have
                                                                                • N orthfield School and Sports College has received
             Better when we’re together                                           £5.5million to expand so the school can provide
                                                                                  accommodation for up to 300 more pupils and a bespoke
                                                                                                                                                family and friends close by.
                                                                                                                                                Friends for our older people
             Primary school children from across Stockton-on-Tees
                                                                                  Year 7 block now links to the main school building.           Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council commissions Age UK
             have been making some new friends.
             They have been enjoying singing, dancing and playing with
                                                                                • ur Lady & St Bede Catholic Academy has received
                                                                                  O                                                             Teesside to provide a Befriending Service for adults over
                                                                                                                                                the age of 65. It helps people to build relationships to
                                                                                  investment of £5.4million for an expansion. The first phase
             some of the Borough’s older residents.                                                                                             reduce the likelihood of them feeling lonely or isolated and
                                                                                  is a fully refurbished block for teaching and as a result
             It is part of the exciting Funky4Life project, part of the Funky     the school will be able to increase its capacity by 300       to make them feel part of their community.
             Feet programme, which aims to reduce social isolation and            places. The contractor is now working on some internal        If you would enjoy having a friendly chat over a cuppa and
             increase older adults’ sense of belonging, self-esteem, and          remodelling together with a new entrance and a new build      have a couple of hours spare each week Age UK Teesside
             wellbeing, whilst improving social and emotional skills of           Sports Hall which is expected to be complete next month.      would love to hear from you.
             children.
                                                                                • A new £1million, state of the art hall, studio space and     Contact paula.taylor@ageukteesside.org.uk
             Pictured are residents from Wellburn Care Home in Fairfield          changing facilities is now complete at Conyers School.        Find out more about support for people affected by
             with children from St Marks Elm Tree Primary School.
                                                                                •A new sixth form building has been completed as part of       loneliness or isolation on page 12 or search “loneliness” at
                                                                                                                                                www.stocktoninformationdirectory.org
             For more information visit www.funkyfeet4kids.co.uk                  the first phase of investment at Egglescliffe School.

                                                                                • A ll Saints Church of England Academy will benefit from a    Friends for our young people
                                                                                  £3.2million expansion later this year.                        Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council is looking for volunteers
                                                                                We’ll share more updates about these projects as well as        to spend time with young people over 8 years old who
                                                                                investments in the Borough’s primary schools in future          are in local authority care. These young people would
                                                                                editions of Stockton-on-Tees News.                              benefit from having a friendship with someone who would
                                                                                                                                                be a good role model and a permanent adult in their life
                                                                                                                                                – something that some young people sadly don’t have.
                                                                                                                                                Ideally you would be able to commit to at least two years to
                                                                                                                                                help them explore new interests, skills and hobbies or even
                                                                                                                                                just go for a walk in the park.
                                                                                                                                                Find out more www.stockton.gov.uk/friends
                                                                                                                                                If you would like to volunteer to help some of the wonderful
                                                                                                                                                organisations tackling loneliness and social isolation
                                                                                                                                                across Stockton-on-Tees or for many other volunteering
                                                                                                                                                opportunities visit
                                                                                                                                                www.stocktonvolunteers.co.uk

                                                                                Champions in road safety
                                                                                More than 1,300 Year 6 pupils from 36 primary
                                                                                schools competed in the 23rd annual Road
                                                                                Safety Quiz.
                                                                                The winners [pictured] were St John The Evangelist Primary
                                                                                School in Billingham. They beat tough competition from Mill
                                                                                Lane Primary School and Fairfield Primary School who also
                                                                                made it through to the final after succeeding in the initial
                                                                                rounds last November. To get to the final this year was a
                                                                                fantastic achievement as only five points separated all 36
                                                                                schools in the initial rounds.
                                                                                The event, organised by Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council’s
                                                                                Road Safety Team, teaches pupils road safety advice that
   6                                                                                                                                                                                                              7
                                                                                could potentially save a life.
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A hearty
Our People

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Our People
                                                                                                                                            celebration
                                                                                                                                            The Mayor, Councillor
                                                                                                                                            Lynn Hall, joined
             Hi, I’m Jamie, a college student living                                                                                        representatives
             in Stockton-on-Tees. I’m very pleased                                                                                          from Catalyst at the
             to be able to tell you more about Bright                                                                                       anniversary celebration
             Minds Big Futures (BMBF).                                                                                                      for Heart Support.
             I joined BMBF in 2019             even further with BMBF and                                                                   She said: “I was delighted to attend
             because I wanted to share         I was voted as the Head of                                                                   Heart Support’s anniversary event.
             my opinion on our local area,     Business and Regeneration.                                                                   The group offers a brilliant service in
             but also meet and spend time      As a relatively new member,                                                                  not only supporting those with a heart
             with some amazing people.         I was extremely proud to be                                                                  condition, but also working to dispel
                                               able to get this role.                                                                       loneliness in our community. It was a
             My first role was as a

                                                                               Making
                                                                                                                                            pleasure to celebrate their hard work
             Stockton-on-Tees Borough          I have now had the chance to
                                                                                                                                            and I am looking forward to seeing what      Heart Support sessions are free and held weekly at the following venues
             Council Correspondent for         start assessing businesses
                                                                                                                                            they achieve over the coming year.”          Mon 1.00-2.30pm         Grangefield Community Centre, Stockton TS18 4HY

                                                                               their mark
             SIRF 2019. The festival is our    for our BMBF Approved
             highlight of the year: spending   scheme. This allows us to                                                                    Heart Support offers exercise classes        Tues 5.30-7.00pm        Hartlepool People’s Centre, Hartlepool TS24 8AH
             three days together, watching     showcase which companies                                                                     for residents of the Stockton-on-Tees        Wed 12.30-2.00pm        Hardwick Community Centre, Hardwick TS19 8LB
             some outstanding acts, all        are young people friendly so                                                                 and Hartlepool areas who are affected
                                                                               Bright Minds Big Futures, the Borough’s youth-                                                            Thurs 1.00-2.30pm       Wolviston Court Community Centre, Billingham TS22 5DE
             whilst being able to showcase     that they can feel safe when                                                                 by a heart condition. It also holds social
             it on social media. My            they are within the Borough.    led movement, is continuing its great work                   events for its members such as quizzes       For more information about Heart Support contact Heather Bunce on
             highlight was having a role in    My favourite has to be The      in 2020. Read more about some of its recent                  and race nights.                             01642 653638, Madge Preston on 01642 862959 or Ian Austin on 01642 862959.
             Les Gloriables! It really broke   Georgian Theatre in Stockton.   projects here.
             the ice with everyone.

                                                                                                                                            Making life
                                               I hope to continue developing                                                                                                             But across Stockton-on-Tees a team of        She added: “We do not have carers
             I then heard about the Big        new and exciting schemes to
                                                                               Supporting the fight                                                                                      Occupational Therapists are doing what       coming in for Bob and with the

                                                                                                                                            easier
             Committee, a group of 12          make Stockton-on-Tees the       against knife crime                                                                                       they can to make life just that little bit   equipment in place we do not need
             young people that represent       best it can be. BMBF is also                                                                                                              easier.                                      them.”
                                                                               Bright Minds Big Futures member, Netanya Alwis,
             different areas and gives         giving me the opportunity to
                                                                               became the first non-elected Member to speak for the                                                      Bob and Pauline Halliday from                The Occupational Therapy team can:
             them a chance to create           plan our fundraiser concert
                                                                               Mayor when seconding a motion at a Council meeting.                                                       Billingham were recently assessed
             change. The elections were        Secret Sound. I can’t wait!                                                                                                                                                            • I dentify the right support to address
                                                                                                                                                                                         and as a result were provided with a
             my chance to be involved                                          Netanya (pictured), Head for Community Safety for                                                                                                         people’s needs
                                                                                                                                                                                         rise and recliner chair as well as a level
                                                                               BMBF, spoke at the Council meeting in January to share       Children and adults with                                                                  •T
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        each strategies and help adapt the
                                                                                                                                                                                         access shower, as Pauline explains:
                                                                               her perspective on knife crime as a young person and         physical, health and learning                “Our Occupational Therapist, Laura,           home to keep people as independent
                                                                               called on the Council to support the British Youth Council                                                                                              and safe as possible
                                                                               project and the Chris Cave Foundation. The motion was
                                                                                                                                            disabilities can find it difficult           has been brilliant throughout this
                                                                                                                                            to carry out every day                       process. The chair is very comfortable       •H
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        elp residents stay connected within
                                                                               passed unanimously.
                                                                                                                                                                                         and makes it easier for Bob to stand up       their community
                                                                               “I am so grateful to have had the opportunity to speak at
                                                                                                                                            activities that most people                  and the level access shower has made         For more information visit
                                                                               the meeting on this important subject. It was an honour      take for granted.                            things much easier and safer as well as      www.stockton.gov.uk/adult-services
                                                                               and a privilege,” Netanya said.                                                                           increasing his independence.

                                                                               A visit to the heart of UK politics                                                                                                                     Could occupational therapy
                                                                               Nine members of BMBF’s Big Committee boarded the                                                                                                        be your next career move?
                                                                               train to visit the Palace of Westminster in London.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Being an Occupational Therapist is
                                                                               The group were given a full tour including the House of                                                                                                 really rewarding and you make such
                                                                               Commons and the House of Lords, as well as many other                                                                                                   a big difference to people’s lives. You
                                                                               offices and meeting rooms. Parts of the building date                                                                                                   can enter the profession through a
                                                                               back over 900 years, and remain mostly untouched.                                                                                                       vocational apprenticeship, working as
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       an Occupational Therapy Assistant
                                                                               They also witnessed the Speaker’s procession, the
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       whilst learning on the job, or go to
                                                                               ceremonial opening of the House of Commons which
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       university to study. A good tip would
                                                                               takes place each day.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       also be to shadow occupational
                                                                               The visit left BMBF’s Big Committee inspired and ready                                                                                                  therapists to gain an insight into the
              Visit www.stockton.gov.uk/bmbf for information on how            to look at politics on a more local level in Stockton-on-                                                                                               role. Why not give it a go?
              you or a young person you know can join the campaign,            Tees and deliver on their Big Plan.
              how you can help us understand what young people need
              and want in the Borough, and how to access a whole host of       To find out more about the Big Plan and to get involved                                                                                                 For shadowing opportunities email
                                                                                                                                             Bob and Pauline Halliday with
              opportunities and events.                                        with Bright Minds Big Futures,                                occupational therapist, Laura.                                                            Krasen.Saltikov@stockton.gov.uk
   8                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                9
                                                                               visit www.stockton.gov.uk/bmbf
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Health Advocates
                                                                                                                                                                                                                from Fujifilm Diosynth
Our People

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Our People
                                                                                                                                                                                                                Biotechnologies with
                                                                                                                                                                                                                Laura Horsley (centre)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                from Stockton-on-Tees
                                                                                                                                                                                                                Borough Council

                                                                                                      Better health at work
             We’re outstanding!                                                                       Businesses across
                                                                                                      Stockton-on-Tees
                                                                                                                                    Stockton-on-Tees Borough
                                                                                                                                    Council holds the Continuing
                                                                                                                                                                       of which are requested by the
                                                                                                                                                                       workforce themselves.
                                                                                                                                                                                                         “We are proud to be a
                                                                                                                                                                                                         continuous part of the award
                                                                                                      are being urged to do         Excellence Award and now the                                         from its inception over ten
             White House Care Home in Hartburn is celebrating an                                                                                                       “Last year we invited a local
                                                                                                                                    local authority is encouraging                                       years ago. It is a pleasure
             ‘outstanding’ rating from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).                             their bit to help their                                          beekeeper who brought
                                                                                                                                    other employers to follow in its                                     working with Stockton-on-
                                                                                                      employees improve their       footsteps.
                                                                                                                                                                       his observation hive. His
                                                                                                                                                                                                         Tees Borough Council and the
             Home Manager, Nikki Brown, is delighted. She said: “This rating is testament to the                                                                       visit promoted the health
                                                                                                      health and wellbeing.                                                                              TUC, who have been incredibly
             hard work the team put in to providing a first class experience for our residents and                                  Last year 17 local businesses      benefits of honey, gave us the
             our on-going work with Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council to improve standards.”           By signing up to the Better                                                                        supportive over this time.”
                                                                                                                                    achieved awards, collectively      opportunity to buy local honey
                                                                                                      Health At Work Award          reaching nearly 11,500             and learn how beekeeping as       The scheme is free, flexible
             The inspection report highlighted the home’s “particularly creative” approach to
                                                                                                      scheme employees can easily   employees.                         a hobby can have a positive       and open to all employers in
             keeping residents active and involved which has made a real difference to their
                                                                                                      access health information                                        impact on wellbeing.              the North East, regardless
             wellbeing.                                                                                                             Jo Laing from Fujifilm Diosynth
                                                                                                      and support, which in turn                                                                         of size, location or type of
             The care home, which offers residential care for up to 29 older people, has              can reduce the number of      Biotechnologies in Billingham
                                                                                                                                                                                                         business.
             organised wheelchair ice skating, trips out on a boat and also hosts baby yoga           staff absences and lead to    said: “We pride ourselves
             classes to connect residents with young families in their community.                     increased productivity and    on promoting a variety of
                                                                                                                                    campaigns associated with                      Sign up your workplace today by visiting
                                                                                                      staff performing better at
                                                                                                                                    health and wellbeing, some                     www.betterhealthatworkne.org
                                                                                                      work.

                                                                                                                                                                       “Move more” – that’s the
                                                                                                             t
                                                                                                     Let’s ge                                                          message from the NHS to people
                                                                                                                                                                       living across Stockton-on-Tees
                                                                                                     moving                                                            this spring.
                                                                                                                                                                       It’s part of the year-round ‘One You’ campaign which is
                                                                                                                                                                       encouraging everyone to be more active, as active people
                                                                                                                                                                       live longer and get ill less.
                                                                                                                                                                       Being more active is also good for mental health and can
                                                                                                                                                                       even give you more energy.

                                                                                                                                                                          or more advice on how to be a healthier you visit
                                                                                                                                                                         F
                                                                                                                                                                         www.nhs.uk/oneyou

                                                                                                      Congratulations!
                                                                                                      You’re expecting!
                                                                                                      Help us make sure you get the best care by
                                                                                                      registering online at:
                                                                                                      www.nth.nhs.uk/maternity-form
                                                                                                      It’s quick, easy and let’s us plan your care better.

                                                                                                                                                                    Megan Barber -
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Cervical screening saves lives
Our People

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Our People
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         N S for S C R E E N
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  SALO
                                                                                                                                              Make cervical screening part of your routine and enjoy exclusive rewards.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               ING

                                                                                                                                              Cervical screening prevents at least                     women to get checked by offering
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Screen Stars
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     The reward sche
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    me for cervical
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      screening parti
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          cipants

                                                                                                                                              2,000 cervical cancer deaths each year                   Screen Stars discounts to anyone who
                                                                                                                                              in the UK but across the North East one                  has had the test.                                        Attended a
                                                                                                                                              in four women are missing out on this
                                                                                                                                                                                                       To take advantage of the offers, all you               Cervical Scree
                                                                                                                                              important test.
                                                                                                                                                                                                       need to do is request your Screen Stars                Don’t forget to
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             n?
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             ask your GP or
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            nurse
                                                                                                                                              Hairdressers, leisure facilities, beauty                 card at the end of your cervical screening                 for your Screen
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Stars Card!
                                                                                                                                              salons and restaurants are among the                     appointment.
                                                                                                                                              businesses across Stockton-on-Tees
                                                                                                                                                                                                       To check out current offers visit
                                                                                                                                              who are trying to help encourage more                                                                           screeningsaves
                                                                                                                                                                                                       www.screeningsaveslives.co.uk                                         live          s.co.uk               reduceyourris
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                                                                                                                                                                                                       Across Stockton-on-Tees there is a           What services do
                                                                                                                                             Healthy Living                                            wide network of community based              pharmacies offer?
                                                                                                                                                                                                       pharmacies offering a great package
                                                                                                                                             Pharmacies are                                            of support to help you look after
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Over the counter advice on a wide
                                                                                                                                             here to help                                              your health.                                   range of minor ailments
                                                                                                                                                                                                       The pharmacy staff have had extra
                                                                                                                                                                                                       training to get ‘Healthy Living
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Dispensing and advice on medicines
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      as well as medicine reviews
                                                                                                                                                                                                       Pharmacies’ status. It means they can
                                                                                                                                                                                                       offer support, advice and guidance           • Advice to stop smoking
                                                                                                                                                                                                       that can help prevent illness caused by
                                                                                                                                                                                                       lifestyle choices or lack of awareness of
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Sexual health and Emergency

             Feeling lonely?
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Contraception
                                                                                                                                                                                                       illness and medication.
                                                                                                                                                                                                       The team can also help people to
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Substance misuse advice
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Advice relating to alcohol
             Get connected!
                                                                                                                                                                                                       identify early warning signs and
                                                                                                                                                                                                       if needed refer them to a health               consumption
                                                                                                                                                                                                       professional or GP. They are a valuable      And much more.
                                                                                                                                                                                                       source of information on a wide variety
                                                                                                                                                                                                       of health problems and if they can’t         Pop into your local pharmacy
             In each edition of Stockton-on-Tees                                                                                                                                                       help in the pharmacy, they can put you       to find out more.
             News we bring you news of how the                                                                                                                     Pharmacist, Zia Haq                 in touch with the right person.

             Council, its NHS health partners

                                                                                                                                              Do you have the
             and other organisations are working                                                                                                 Zia Haq, from Pharmacy 365, a Healthy
             together to tackle health inequalities                                                                                              Living Pharmacy, on Stockton High Street

             and improve the health and wellbeing

                                                                                                                                              heart to foster?
             of people in the Borough.
             In this edition we look at the work being done to reduce
             loneliness and social isolation.
                                                                              Men can take part in organised physical activity groups
             Across our communities there are people who may go
             for days, weeks or even months without seeing a family
             member or friend. Even when surrounded by others, some
                                                                              such as walking football, reminiscence sessions, events
                                                                              and outings. The activities are supportive, open to all and    Come along to an information
                                                                              sustainable over the long term.
             people can still experience loneliness.
                                                                              To find out more visit www.stocktonvolunteers.co.uk
             Loneliness is an unwelcome feeling of lack or loss of
                                                                              and search for Sporting Chance.
             companionship, that many of us will experience in our
             lifetime. Loneliness can impact on wellbeing and can affect                                                                     5.30pm Thursday 21 May 2020
                                                                              The Council also commissions the Stockton Service
             anyone of any age, gender and background – from a young
             person who has moved schools, to an adult who is coming
                                                                              Navigation Project (SSNP) to provide a range of support for    Stockton Central Library
                                                                              anyone living in Stockton aged 16 plus with a common mental
             to terms with a long term health condition or an older
                                                                              health problem such as stress, depression, anxiety or those
             person recently bereaved.
                                                                              with a long term health condition such as diabetes. SSNP can   Telephone: 01642 526218
             Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council support a range of              support individuals to improve their health and wellbeing by
             services to help people who are struggling with loneliness       helping them to access activities and services, with the aim   Email: child.placement@stockton.gov.uk
             and social isolation, including an initiative called ‘Sporting   of increasing confidence, control, independence, reducing
             Chance’ delivered by Volunteering Matters.                       stress and isolation
                                                                                                                                             Visit: www.stockton.gov.uk/fostering
             Sporting Chance helps support men aged over 50 to                Find out more at www.facebook.com/stocktonnavigation
             increase the amount of physical exercise they undertake,                                                                          Delivered by
             improve their mood and social interaction, and decrease
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             loneliness.                                                                                                                                                        Let’s Talk Fostering
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What a difference                                                                     Prevent deliberate fires
Our People

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Our People
                                                       our communities                                                                       Cleveland Fire Brigade are reminding households across Stockton-
                                                                                                                                             on-Tees to protect their property from arson. That’s because nearly
                                                       can make
             SPOTLIGHT
                                                                                                                                             90 per cent of fire calls to the service are related to deliberate fires
                                                                                                                                             which could be preventable.

                             ON                                                                                                              Protect your property:

                                                                                                                                             • Only put your wheelie bin out on
                                                                                                                                                                                        Protect your car:

                                                                                                                                                                                        • Park on your drive or in a secure
                                                                                                                                                 the day of collection – and bring it     well-lit area
                                                                                                                                                 back in as soon as possible
                                                                                                                                                                                        • Remove any valuables
                                                                                                                                             • Store your wheelie bin securely         Protect your neighbourhood:
                                                                                                                                                 and out of sight

             Middlesbrough and                                                                                                               • Secure sheds and garages                • Report fly-tipping and
                                                                                                                                                                                          broken street lights to
             Stockton Mind is a                                                                                                              • Keep boundaries such as hedges            www.stockton.gov.uk/report-it
                                                                                                                                                 and garden fences in good
             charity established by                                                                                                              condition                              • Report incidents confidentially to
                                                                                                                                                                                          Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111
             a group of local people
                                                                                                                                             •    lear rubbish from your garden,
                                                                                                                                                 C
                                                                                                                                                                                        • Why not join your local
             to support residents                                                                                                                close windows and keep doors
                                                                                                                                                                                          neighbourhood watch?
             experiencing mental                                                                                                                 locked
                                                                                                                                                                                          Visit www.ourwatch.org.uk
                                                      Across Stockton-on-Tees community groups, voluntary
             health difficulties.
                                                      organisations and residents do fantastic work which is helping
             The charity works with more than                                                                                                                   For more fire safety information go to www.clevelandfirebrigade.gov.uk/safety
             6,000 people each year to improve        to tackle poverty and promote community cohesion. Here we
             their mental health and wellbeing.       take a look at some of the projects that are under way.
             ‘Community Minded’, a new project
             for Stockton residents, encourages
             volunteering as a way to support
                                                      Stockton-on-Tees Food
                                                      Power Network
                                                      Earlier this year, a Food Sustainability
                                                                                                 Cooking up a treat
                                                                                                 Families living in Hardwick took part
                                                                                                 in a cooking workshop delivered by
                                                                                                                                                                                                                     Keeping us
                                                                                                                                                                                                                     SAFE
             better mental health. The campaign
             works with many local organisations      Network event saw organisations and        Community Interest Company, Little
                                                      volunteers look at reducing food waste     Sprouts and funded by North Star
             to offer volunteering opportunities
             for people with diverse interests        across Stockton-on-Tees.                   Housing.                                                       Keeping
             including gardening, befriending,
             arts and crafts, and even radio
                                                      Hartisan Breads and Barefoot Kitchen       Families learnt how to create a healthy                       your Home

                                                                                                                                                           Warm
             presenting.
                                                      both supplied meals at the event made
                                                      from supermarket food waste which
                                                                                                 snack or meal using just produce from
                                                                                                 a foodbank, and also received a cooking
                                                                                                                                                                                                                     People living across Stockton-on-
             Project Worker, Matthew Williams,        otherwise would have gone into landfill.   essentials pack.                                                                                                    Tees are being reminded to always
             said: “Volunteering can be good for
             mental health in so many ways; it
                                                      The group discussed the benefits of        Citizens Advice Bureau and Tees Credit                                                                              check a vehicle is licensed before
                                                      creating a food sustainability network     Union will attend future sessions to give
             helps you to meet new people, learn      and the Stockton-on-Tees Food Power        advice to attending families.                                                                                       travelling in it.
             new skills, apply existing skills in a   Network was established.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                     There are more than 780 licensed drivers, nearly 680
             new way, and it can also offer a real
                                                                                                                                                                                                                     licensed vehicles and 25 licensed operators in the Borough.
             sense of purpose.”
                                                       For more information about events like this email engagement@stockton.gov.uk                                                                                  Before they can operate, private hire and hackney carriage
             Kayleigh Dove, Project Worker,
                                                       or call 01642 528830.                                                                                                                                         (or taxi) drivers must acquire a licence.
             added: “We work with each person
             to support them in achieving their                                                                                                                                                                      To get one they must:
             goals and help them overcome any
             barriers. We also offer a training                                                                                                                                                                      • Agree to annual DBS checks
             course – Get Ready to Give Back
                                                                                                                                             Hundreds of homes across Stockton-on-Tees
                                                                                                                                                                                                                     • Have a DVLA Group 2 medical examination
             – which helps to develop the skills
             needed for volunteering.”                                                                                                       can get a new central heating system fitted                             • Take part in safeguarding awareness training
             The campaign also supports people                                                                                               for free thanks to the Warm Homes Fund.                                 • Take a Knowledge Test Pass Certificate, which
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       includes a demonstration of knowledge of the area
             to set up their own projects and                                                                                                The offer is open to homeowners or renters who have a
             peer support groups. Matthew said:                                                                                              private landlord, where the home has never had a central                • Pass a Tees Valley Driving Assessment
             “There is a thriving voluntary sector                                                                                           heating system.
             in Stockton and everybody can make                                                                                                                                                                      The vehicles they drive also need a proper licence.
             a difference.”                                                                                                                  If you live in an eligible postcode and meet the criteria you           To get one they are tested for safety and suitably by:
                                                                                                                                             could receive a range of benefits including an efficient new
             If you are interested in Community                                                                                              gas boiler, radiators, heating controls and all necessary               • Biannual compliance tests as well as annual MOT testing
             Minded and would like to know more,
             please contact Kayleigh or Matthew
                                                                                                                                             pipework. This will also improve the energy efficiency of               • Tinted window testing
                                                                                                                                             your home and could save you money.
             on 01642 796635                                                                                                                                                                                         • Vehicle age specifications
             or at communityminded@                                                                                                          The deadline for applications is 31 December 2021 and you
                                                                                                                                                                                                                     To report any concerns, contact the Licensing Team
             middlesbroughand                                                                                                                can apply for yourself or on behalf of somebody else.
  14                                                                                                                                                                                                                 on 01642 524802 or email                                       15
             stocktonmind.org.uk                                                                                                             For more information visit www.stockton.gov.uk/whf                      licensing.administration@stockton.gov.uk.
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Our Places

                                                                                     Our Places
              2020 - The Year of the Globe

             Globe General Manager, Jo Ager

              The countdown is on to
              the opening of the Globe
              in November.
              The Stockton town centre venue now has a brand new roof as
              work to restore the Grade II listed building gathers pace. The
              stage and orchestra pit are also nearly finished.
              Meanwhile a new dressing room block is being built at the back
              of the building, with the steelwork, liftshaft and decking in place
              already. A state-of-the-art scissor lift will allow large shows with
              sets and equipment to be moved from street level directly down
              to the stage.
              The venue is gearing up to bring the biggest names in music
              and comedy back to Stockton for the first time in more than
              40 years. General Manager, Jo Ager, at the world-renowned
              Ambassador Theatre Group is busy pursuing bands, acts and
              performers.
              ATG is also set to establish itself as part of Stockton’s already
              popular live entertainment scene – starting with sponsoring a
              stage at Stockton Calling in April. The popular music festival
              will see over 80 bands perform across Stockton town centre’s
              music venues. Find out more at
              www.stocktoncalling.co.uk
              The Globe’s restoration is being funded by Stockton-on-Tees
              Borough Council and the National Lottery Heritage Fund’s
              Heritage Enterprise scheme.
              To keep up to date with the progress, follow the journey on
              Facebook at www.facebook.com/TheGlobeStockton
              To register for show news and offers visit
              www.atgtickets.com/stockton-globe-sign-up

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New homes just
Our Places

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Our Places
                                                                                                           Great British High Street judges with
                                                                                                           members of Yarm Business Forum

                                                                                                                                                   months away
                                                                                                                                                   Ground has been broken in central Stockton as work to build
                                                                                                                                                   143 high quality homes on The Sycamores development gets
                                                                                                                                                   under way.
                                                                                                                                                   The Council is working with               picking up pace. The new development        Show homes are expected to be open
                                                                                                                                                   Keepmoat Homes on an £18.7million         will offer houses to buy and rent that      to the public from spring this year and
                                                                                                                                                   redevelopment of the former Victoria      are within walking distance to our town     it is hoped the first residents will move
                                                                                                                                                   Estate. The two, three and four-          centre. We hope this will encourage         in the summer.
                                                                                                                                                   bedroom houses and two-bedroom            people to live locally and will aid us in
                                                                                                                                                   bungalows will meet demands of            rejuvenating our town centres and high      For more information visit
                                                                                                                                                   buyers who are looking for well           streets in different ways.”                 www.keepmoat.com/the-sycamores
                                                                                                                                                   located, competitively priced, high
                                                                                                                                                   quality houses.
                                                                                                                                                   Open, green spaces to accommodate
                                                                                                                                                   pedestrians and cyclists will be a
                                                                                                                                                   feature of the site as well as walkways
                                                                                                                                                   to nearby shops, bars, restaurants and
                                                                                                                                                   venues in Stockton.
                                                                                                                                                   20 per cent of the new homes will be
                                                                                                                                                   provided for affordable rent.
                                                                                                                                                   Richard McGuckin, Director of
                                                                                                                                                   Economic Growth and Development
                                                                                                                                                   at Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council,
             Yarm High Street scoops national award                                                                                                said: “We are thrilled to see the site

             Yarm High Street has been crowned                               And after reaching a shortlist of 10, Yarm beat off the

             winner of the ‘Rising Star’ category
                                                                             competition to be named the ‘England’ winner at a ceremony
                                                                             in Edinburgh.
                                                                                                                                                   Membership                                The £13million IB Leisure, being built
                                                                                                                                                                                             by the Council and operated by Tees
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         If you’re interested in joining Activ8 at
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         IB Leisure join the mailing list online at
                                                                                                                                                                                             Active, will have two swimming pools,       www.teesactive.co.uk/ib-leisure
             in this year’s Great British High                               As a winner, Yarm Business Forum [pictured] will get £5000            open for Ingleby                          a fitness suite and gym as well as a
                                                                                                                                                                                             library and customer service centre.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         To receive the latest leisure news,
                                                                             to spend on an event to engage and contribute towards the
             Street of the Year Awards.
             The High Street was nominated for the award by Yarm
                                                                             local community, such as a street party, community initiative
                                                                             or sustainability programme.
                                                                                                                                                   Barwick Leisure                           The first wave of Activ8 Health and
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         events and promotions at IB Leisure
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         sign up to the Tees Active mailing list at
                                                                                                                                                                                             Fitness memberships will be released        www.teesactive.co.uk/ingleby-barwick
             Business Forum, with winners being decided by a
             combination of scores from a judging visit and a public vote.
                                                                             To keep up to date about Yarm Business Forum visit                    Centre                                    in April. Activ8 members can also
                                                                                                                                                                                             enjoy unlimited access to the Tees
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         For information about the library
                                                                             www.facebook.com/yarmbusinessforum                                                                                                                          and customer service centre email
                                                                                                                                                   A new leisure centre                      Active facilities at Billingham Forum,
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         IBLibrary@stockton.gov.uk
                                                                                                                                                                                             Stockton Splash and Thornaby
                                                                                                                                                   will open in Ingleby                      Pavilion. Members of any of these
                                                                                                                                                   Barwick this summer.                      centres can transfer to IB Leisure
                                                                                                                                                                                             once it opens.

                                                                                Reviving the
                                                                                Green Dragon
                                                                                                  The striking mural in Green Dragon
                                                                                                  Yard in Stockton has been restored,
                                                                                                  thanks to the Stockton Business
                                                                                                  Improvement District (BID) who
                                                                                                  commissioned local artist, Abby Taylor,
                                                                                                  to return the original by the late Zak
                                                                                                  Newton to its former glory.

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Our Places

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Our Places
                                                                                                                                                                                        There are too many                                                Don’t we have an energy
                                                                                                                                                                                        different bags and boxes.                                         from waste plant in the
                                                                                                                                                                                        Why can’t we have a                                               Borough – isn’t this enough?
                                                                                                                                                                                        recycling wheelie bin?                                            It’s true we do create energy from a lot of our waste, but
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          the energy created is not as good as recycling so we should
                                                                                                                                                                                        Due to stricter environmental controls, local authorities         always try to recycle wherever possible.
                                                                                                                                                                                        that collect all recycling into one wheelie bin are having to
                                                                                                                                                                                        pay more to have the materials separated. We have made it
                                                                                                                                                                                        easier for you to recycle. All you need to do is put your clean
                                                                                                                                                                                        glass and batteries into the blue box and everything else into
                                                                                                                                                                                        the white bag.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          How else can I recycle?
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Don’t forget, in addition to your fortnightly recycling
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          collections, you can take larger items to the household waste
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          and recycling facility at Haverton Hill. There are also several
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          community recycling centres in convenient places such as
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          supermarket car parks and shopping centres.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          To find out more about recycling visit
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          www.stockton.gov.uk/recycling

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                                                                                                      incinerating waste or putting it into landfill, so why don’t more of us do it?

                    Stockton-on-Tees                                                                  We hope that by answering some of the most common questions we receive about
                                                                                                      our recycling service, we can encourage more people to take part.
                    has one of the
                                                                                                      Why should we recycle?
                    lowest recycling                                                                  When we recycle, used materials are converted into new products, reducing the
                    rates in the                                                                      need to consume natural resources. This helps conserve important raw materials
                                                                                                      and protects natural habitats for the future. Recycling also saves energy and
                    country?                                                                          reduces greenhouse gas emissions, which helps to tackle climate change.
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                                                                                                                               Green Waste                                              Green fingers at the ready
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                                                                                                                                 Green Waste collections are back
                                                                                                                                 Fortnightly green waste collections
                                                                                                                                                                                        It’s National Gardening Week next                                                                  collections
                                                                                                                                     return from Monday 6 April until                   month and to mark it Stockton-on-                                                                  During the Easter period,
                                                                                                                                     Friday 30 October.
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                                                                                                                               collections        return from Monday                    over 8 tonnes of soil improver.
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                                                                                                                                  www.stockton.gov.uk/                                                                                                                                     collection teams working
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                                                                                                                               6 April   until     Friday 30 October.
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                                                                                                                                                                                        of the offer.                                                                                      on Good Friday to ensure
                                                                                                                                  My Stockton   at www.stockton.                                                                                                                           there is no disruption.
                                                                                                                                    gov.uk/mystockton
                                                                                                                               To check all kerbside collections from your home visit   It will be available from the morning of Monday 27 April at
                                                                                                                               www.stockton.gov.uk/greenwaste or sign up to             the former incinerator site near Newport Bridge on a first
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                                                                                                                               My Stockton at www.stockton.gov.uk/mystockton            come, first served basis.
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Our Places

                                                Love your
                                                local market
                                                Love Your Local Market is returning
                                                to Stockton-on-Tees this May.
                                                Come along to Thornaby on Thursday 14 May and Billingham
                                                on Monday 18 May for a wide range of stalls and market
                                                competitions.
                                                On Saturday 23 May there will be fun for all the family as
                                                we celebrate Love Your Local Market with a free fun-day on
                                                Stockton High Street. And why not come along to support the
                                                Borough’s aspiring young entrepreneurs who will be offering
                                                an array of handmade crafts at the Young Traders Market too.
                                                For more information about the Borough’s markets visit
                                                www.stockton.gov.uk/markets
                                                Don’t forget to follow @stocktononteesmarkets on
                                                Facebook to keep up to date with the latest market news.

             Tees Barrage hits
                                                                           The World War I drama features British actors George MacKay
                                                                           (Pride) and Dean-Charles Chapman (Game of Thrones) along
                                                                           with Mark Strong, Andrew Scott, Richard Madden, Colin Firth

             the Big Screen                                                and Benedict Cumberbatch.
                                                                           Tees Active Managing Director Leon Jones, said: “We are
             Film crews were spotted filming at the Tees                   thrilled to be part of such an incredible movie with some of
                                                                           the biggest names in film. 1917 is a real Hollywood epic that   Your guide to unmissable events happening across Stockton-on-Tees this spring and summer.
             Barrage International White Water Course last
             summer – and it has now been revealed why.
                                                                           has given our staff and                                         Visit www.enjoyteesvalley.com/stockton-on-tees or pick up a copy of the Enjoy Stockton-on-Tees
                                                                           everyone involved a rare                                        events guide available at libraries and customer service centres across the Borough for full details.
             The award winning visitor attraction plays a starring role    opportunity to experience
             in Sir Sam Mendes’ latest blockbuster, 1917.                  something extra special.”

                                                                                                           George MacKay in 1917

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                    STOCKTON CALLING                                             SUPERCAR SATURDAY                                                 STOCKTON STAGES                                                   KAPOW
                    Saturday 18 April                                            Saturday 2 May                                                    Friday 5 – Saturday 6 June                                        Saturday 4 July
                    Stockton town centre                                         Stockton High Street                                              Stockton town centre                                              Stockton town centre
                    The daylong music festival produced and promoted by Tees     The popular event is back for 2020 and will see the High          Stockton’s music and comedy festival returns to venues            KAPOW Sci-Fi Market and Family Fun Day will be packed with
                    Music Alliance, ARC and KU Promotions returns for its 11th   Street lined with an extraordinary selection of supercars. Get    throughout the town centre this summer. Enjoy a thrilling         events and activities for the whole family. We invite you to
                    anniversary to showcase some of the best original emerging   up close with the latest models alongside racing, classic and     array of live talent as well as free family entertainment on      step into a magical world, featuring life-size Star Wars props,
                    music as well as familiar favourites.                        vintage cars. In association with JPC Specialist Motorsport.      Stockton High Street.                                             fantastic costumed characters, traders and a whole lot more
                                                                                                                                                                                                                     - this incredible event is one not to be missed.

                    STOCKTON DUATHLON FESTIVAL                                   TEES REGATTA                                                      FIRE ENGINE AND                                                   EID FUSION FESTIVAL
                    Sunday 26 April                                              Saturday 16 May                                                                                                                     Sunday 5 July 12pm-5pm
                    Stockton Riverside                                           River Tees Watersports Centre
                                                                                                                                                   VINTAGE VEHICLE SHOW                                              Ropner Park
                                                                                                                                                   Saturday 27 – Sunday 28 June
                    One of the UK’s best duathlons set against Stockton’s        Clubs from across the region flock to the scenic River Tees       Preston Park Museum & Grounds                                     Brought to you by The Friends of Ropner Park and The
                    picturesque riverside offers three different run-cycle-run   to compete in this thrilling rowing event. There will be a wide                                                                     Community Welfare Trust, Eid Fusion Festival returns to
                                                                                                                                                   The annual Fire Engine and Vintage Vehicle Show returns to
                    races suitable for complete beginners to prospective world   range of events in three divisions, offering varied races for                                                                       Ropner Park this July. Bringing together British, Asian and
                                                                                                                                                   Preston Park with a weekend full of thrills for all the family.
                    champions.                                                   competitors and spectators alike.                                                                                                   other local ethnic communities, there will be fun for all the
                                                                                                                                                   There will be more than 300 impressive vehicles with live
                                                                                                                                                   stunts and activities suitable for all.                           family including a variety of stalls, activities and live music
                                                                                                                                                                                                                     and performances.

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PULL OUT AND KEEP

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Our Places
                    STOCKTON CYCLING FESTIVAL                                           STOCKTON DRAGON BOAT
                    Saturday 11 – Sunday 12 July                                        FESTIVAL
                    Stockton Riverside
                                                                                        Sunday 13 September
                    Cycling fever returns in July with the annual Stockton Cycling      Stockton Riverside
                    Festival. This exciting free event offers a packed weekend
                    of events for the whole family including elite racing, cycling      Do you have what it takes to race the dragon? This family
                    challenges for all abilities, stunts, demonstrations and            day out offers gripping, adrenalin-fuelled dragon boat racing
                    interactive fun, as well as a family fun ride on specially closed   on the River Tees for all ages and abilities. No experience is
                                                                                        required as training will be provided. For more information                                                                    The feature lighting changes colour on a number of
                    roads for everyone to join in.
                                                                                        visit www.teesdragonboatfestival.co.uk                           Feature lighting                                              occasions throughout the year to coincide with nationally
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       recognised commemoration and awareness days.

                    SIRF                                                                195TH ANNIVERSARY OF                                             marks Fair Trade                                              Interestingly on 28 March all the lights will be switched off
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       between 8.30pm and 9.30pm to support Earth Hour.
                    Thursday 30 July – Sunday 2 August
                    Stockton town centre and Tees Barrage
                                                                                        STOCKTON-DARLINGTON RAILWAY
                                                                                        Saturday 26 – Sunday 27 September
                                                                                                                                                         fortnight                                                     But don’t worry, the lights are powered by super energy
                                                                                        Stockton town centre                                                                                                           efficient LEDs so even when they are switched on they are
                    Be prepared to be entertained, intrigued and exhilarated                                                                             The Newport Bridge, Stockton Riverside, Stockton Town
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       environmentally friendly.
                    as SIRF returns with more stunning street theatre, breath-          Step back in time in Stockton as we celebrate the 195  th        Hall and fountain as well as the town centre lampposts
                    taking circus performances, dynamic dance and music.                Anniversary of Stockton-Darlington Railway. There’ll be fun      were lit green and blue last month to celebrate Fairtrade     To see the full 2020 lighting programme visit
                    Look out for updates at www.sirf.co.uk                              for all the family as we tell the story of the events of 1825,   fortnight.                                                    www.stockton.gov.uk/featurelighting
                                                                                        inspired by the beginnings of the public railways. Join us as
                                                                                        we gear up and go full steam ahead in the countdown to the
                                                                                        upcoming bicentenary!

                                                                                                                                                         Stockton-on-Tees joins
                                                                                                                                                         the England Coast Path
                                                                                                                                                         Anyone who fancies a walk in the fresh air
                                                                                                                                                         now has a new route to explore.
                                                                                                                                                         Following seven years of development the Stockton-on-
                                                                                                                                                         Tees part of the England Coastal Path has opened.
                                                                                                                                                         The ten mile stretch between Newport Bridge and North
                                                                                                                                                         Gare includes a previously inaccessible stretch that passes
                                                                                                                                                         through a unique industrial landscape and has an array
                                                               Supported by                                                                              of natural and diverse wildlife to discover, including RSPB
                                                                                                                                                         Saltholme and Teesmouth National Nature Reserve.
                                                                                                                                                         The England Coast Path, once complete, will be the
                                                                                                                                                         longest managed and waymarked coastal path in the
                                                                                                                                                         world. Stretching a whopping 2,795 miles, it will stretch
                                                                                                                                                         across the entirety of the English coastline and will be
                    This is just a selection of the fantastic events to enjoy in Stockton-on-Tees. Make sure you don’t miss out!
                                                                                                                                                         complete in 2021.
                    Further information can be found on all of these events and more at www.enjoyteesvalley.com/stockton-on-tees
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                      /enjoyteesvalley Twitter-square @EnjoyTeesValley @enjoyteesvalley                                                                  To plan your route visit www.nationaltrail.co.uk
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                                                                                                        Our Economy
              Exciting future unveiled for Stockton town centre                An artist’s impression
                                                                               ©Google

              Bold plans for Stockton         700-year-old market, and
              town centre include a           other parts of the High
              riverside park, green space     Street and town centre, such
              with uninterrupted access       as Silver Street.
              to the waterfront, a central
              library, customer service       The new Council building
              centre and council office.      has also been included
                                              in the plans as part of
              The Castlegate Shopping         the consolidation of the
              Centre and Swallow Hotel        Council’s ten existing offices
              will be demolished and          into two was agreed after
              the site transformed into       condition surveys confirmed
              a riverside park featuring      the existing buildings need
              public artwork and a “land      at least £25million worth of
              bridge” alongside a new         maintenance and repairs
              office and commercial           over the next 25 years.
              development such as
              restaurants.                    The running costs of the
                                              existing buildings are an
              Last year’s public              additional £1.2million a year.
              consultation on the town’s
              future revealed strong public   A second new office will be
              support for putting the site    developed in Billingham,
              to a different use.             complementing the town’s
                                              £2.7million library and
              All of Castlegate’s tenants     customer service centre.
              will be supported to relocate
              so in future most of the        Find out more at
              town’s retail offer will be     www.stockton.gov.uk/
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              in Wellington Square, the       towncentres
Talking about our towns
Our Economy

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Our Economy
               In the November edition of                                                 The Stockton town centre consultation                                    Thank you to everyone who took
               Stockton-on-Tees News we                                                   took place in September and October.                                     part. More than 1,600 consultation
                                                                                          You can read how your views have                                         responses were received and now we’re
               said we wanted to talk to you
                                                                                          helped shape the future vision for the                                   considering them all to help shape the
               about all of the Borough’s
                                                                                          town centre on pages 28 and 29.                                          future plans for each of the towns.
               towns to understand what you
               would like to see and how you                                              From the end of December until                                           We’ll share our findings in the May
                                                                                          mid February, we held a series of                                        edition of Stockton-on-Tees News.
               think they could be supported
                                                                                          consultations to find out about your
               and developed.                                                             ideas for Billingham, Ingleby Barwick,
                                                                                          Norton, Thornaby and Yarm.

                                              Let’s talk about our towns                                                   Let’s talk about our towns                                               Let’s talk about our towns
                                                        1. Stockton Town Centre                                                     Billingham Town Centre                                                               Ingleby Barwick

               Billingham   Ingleby Barwick    Norton     Stockton   Thornaby    Yarm       Billingham   Ingleby Barwick   Norton    Stockton   Thornaby   Yarm      Billingham   Ingleby Barwick   Norton   Stockton      Thornaby   Yarm

                                                                        September 2019

                                              Let’s talk about our towns                                                   Let’s talk about our towns                                               Let’s talk about our towns
                                                                                Norton                                               Thornaby Town Centre                                                               Yarm High Street      Stockton-on-Tees has a                    year of trading this year and things
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              long-standing tradition in                have never been more exciting. We are
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              manufacturing that is still               tremendously proud to be bringing a
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        new type of manufacturing to Teesside
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              very much in evidence today.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        and creating products that are shipped
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Through our regular Made in               all over the world.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Stockton-on-Tees feature we
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              take a look at some of the                “People have asked us in the past
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        ‘Why Teesside?’ And our response is
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Borough’s manufacturing
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        always ‘Why not!’. We intend to grow the
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              success stories.                          business steadily over the next 10 years
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Located in the aptly named ‘Tooth         and there is no other place we can see
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Towers’ in Billingham, WhiteWash          that happening.”
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Laboratories manufacture and sell         Amongst their latest projects,
               Billingham   Ingleby Barwick   Norton      Stockton   Thornaby    Yarm       Billingham   Ingleby Barwick   Norton    Stockton   Thornaby   Yarm      Billingham   Ingleby Barwick   Norton   Stockton      Thornaby   Yarm
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              luxury teeth whitening products for       WhiteWash are proud of their Brush for
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              professional dental practices and         a Brush charity, created to develop an
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              retail markets – including the popular    Oral Health Education Programme that
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Nano toothbrush range sold globally to    is delivered to schools to educate young
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              retailers like Boots and very.co.uk.      children about caring for their teeth.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              The company was established in 2010       For every WhiteWash product sold, a
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        toothbrush is donated to a child in need.
              Bridge                                                                     The footpath across the bridge and into                                  footbridge with lifts to enhance access                                     and employs 16 full time staff and over
                                                                                         Thornaby Railway Station will remain                                     to Eaglescliffe Railway Station was                                         10 temporary staff as they continue to    They recently won ‘Best Small Business’

              improvements                                                               open throughout the works but the                                        unveiled.                                                                   expand.                                   for Teesside and the North East, and
                                                                                         road across it will close from the end of                                                                                                            Chris McPhillips, Sales Director said:    were runner up for ‘Best Small Business’
                                                                                                                                                                  Funding has also been agreed for a
              all round                                                                  June to the end of August. For further
                                                                                         information visit
                                                                                                                                                                  footbridge over the A689 connecting
                                                                                                                                                                  Wynyard Park and Wynyard Village.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              “WhiteWash will be entering its 10th      in the UK.

                                                                                         www.stockton.gov.uk/mandale                                                                                                                                                                             For more information visit
              Work is set to get under way                                                                                                                        Funding has also been secured to                                                                                               www.whitewashlaboratories.com
              on Mandale Bridge in Thornaby                                              Meanwhile, a masterplan that will                                        provide disabled access to Billingham
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              next month.                                                                see extra parking and a new western                                      Railway Station.                                                           PAGE 31
Learning                                     500th Apprentice into work
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               Our Economy
                                                                                                  that lasts
                                                                                                                                               More than five hundred                     One of those businesses is Niche Hair      Hannah commented “I’ve really enjoyed
                                                                                                                                                                                          Salon in Norton. Owner and manager,        working at Niche Salon. I am working
                                                                                                                                               young people from                          Patricia Flaherty, said: “The funding      towards becoming a stylist. I’ve been
                                                                                                                                               Stockton-on-Tees have been                 from Stockton’s Youth Employment           welcomed by the team and I’ve been
                                                                                                                                               supported as apprentices                   Scheme helped me train our apprentice      trained in the best way possible.”
                                                                                                  A full time carer has                                                                   Hannah Darroch.
                                                                                                                                               thanks to the Stockton                                                                If you are a local business who would
                                                                                                  returned to the classroom to                                                            “Applying for the grant was easy, and I    like to hire an apprentice or you would
                                                                                                  enhance her independence                     Youth Employment Fund.                     was pleased that it was not only going     like some further information about the
                                                                                                  and learn valuable new life                  The programme supports 16-24               to help my business, but a young           funding and support available email
                                                                                                                                                                                          person too. I would recommend it to        business.enquiries@stockton.gov.uk
                                                                                                  skills.                                      year olds whilst also working with
                                                                                                                                               businesses across Stockton-on-Tees to      anyone who would like an apprentice        or call 01642 528384.
                                                                                                  Julie Scoon has been attending a             help them find the right apprentice for    and would benefit from the extra
                                                                                                  number of courses through Stockton-          their business needs.                      funding to support their training.”
                                                                                                  on-Tees Borough Council’s Learning
                                                                                                  and Skills Service including ICT
                                                                                                  functional skills.
                                                                                                  Julie said: “I bought myself a laptop
                                                                                                  several years ago, but I didn’t know
                                                                                                  how to use it. After contacting the
                                                                                                  library, they put me in touch with the
                                                                                                  Stockton Learning & Skills Service and
                                                                                                  that is where it all started. I attended
                                                                                                  the Level 1 and 2 ICT Functional Skills
                                                                                                  course which gave me the opportunity
                                                                                                  to be around people and socialise
                                                                                                  whilst learning a new skill. I can go days
                                                                                                  without seeing anyone except my father
                                                                                                  and sister who I care for, but with the
                                                                                                  Learning & Skills Service I can take
                                                                                                  some time to do something new and
                                                                                                  make friends at the same time.
                                                                                                  “I have completed numerous short
                                                                                                  courses and I have recently revived my
                                                                                                  passion for art through their art course.
                                                                                                  “The tutors are kind and incredibly
                                                                                                  patient. Their welcoming nature creates
                                                                                                  a calm atmosphere to learn and grow as
                                                                                                  a person and it gives me something to
                                                                                                  look forward to each week.”                                                                                                            Apprentice Hannah Darroch
                                                                                                  Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council’s                                                                                                     with Manager Patricia Flaherty
                                                                                                  Learning & Skills team offer a range

                                                                                                                                               Calling all budding
                                                                                                  of free courses from beginners up to
                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Young entrepreneurs selling their wares
                                                                                                  GCSE level equivalent. Both daytime
                                                                                                                                                                                                                 at at the Young Traders Market
                                                                                                  and evening classes are available.
                                                                                                  To find out more visit www.slss.ac.uk
                                                                                                  or call 01642 527904.
                                                                                                                                               entrepreneurs
                                                                                                                                               The search is on for             on idea generation and
                                                                                                                                               the next generation of           development, along with
                                                                                                                                               entrepreneurs.                   help with preparing an

              Tees Valley
                                                      The programme will provide local            The scheme will build upon the current                                        application.
                                                                                                                                               Anyone aged between 11 and
                                                      businesses with a single point of contact   Tees Valley Business Compass service,        18, who currently attends        There will also be ongoing
                                                      for a range of support to help them start   which has offered guidance and funding       a school, college or youth       enterprise support

              Business
                                                      up and grow, including comprehensive        to around 1,400 local businesses since       organisation in the Borough,     throughout the competition
                                                      advice on funding and finance options       2017.                                        and has a business idea, can     from a local enterprise
                                                      and assistance in establishing links with                                                apply for funding of up to       champion who will act as a

              support
                                                                                                  For more information and to register
                                                      potential funding sources.                                                               £250 to help them start-up.      mentor.
                                                                                                  your interest, visit
                                                      It will also include a £20million Tees      www.teesvalleybusiness.com                   It is part of Stockton-on-Tees   The deadline to apply is
                                                      Valley Business Fund, the largest                                                        Borough Council’s youth          Friday 24 April.
              Tees Valley Business, formerly known    investment fund of its kind in the                                                       enterprise competition
              as Compass, has received a £35million   region, awarding grants and loans to                                                     which will give anyone who
                                                      firms looking to invest, expand and                                                                                       To apply and find out more,
              investment to offer business support                                                                                             takes part the opportunity
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              for the region’s businesses.                                                                                                     to attend workshops
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