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MP meets constituents WI to hear about past support
North Swindon MP, Michael Wills fielded a range of questions on There will be several interesting points in Mr John Girvan's talk to
local and town-wide issues from residents of Haydon Wick and the meeting of the Greenmeadow and Haydon Wick WI on 12 March.
Abbey Meads at the Haydon Centre on Friday 9 February. The title is An uplifting History of the Bra and a prize will be
In response to concerns about ted. He did not rule out a change presented to the member with the sauciest bra.
secondary education provision in of heart by the council over the Visitors wishing to keep abreast
North Swindon he said he did not absence of sixth form provision. Alice to music of the subject will be welcomed.
expect the completion of the pro- He agreed that the Turnpike The meeting on 9 April features
posed new school to slip beyond junction on the A419 would be in- Parents and grandparents enjoyed A History of Savernake Forest pre-
2004. He agreed that there was adequate when the new northern a delightful musical production sented by Anthony Tyers. This
scope for imaginative community orbital road opens in August. He of Alice in Wonderland put on by month's competition is for the best
juniors at Greenmeadow School
uses and special needs initiatives confirmed that he had made rep- ornament of a forest animal.
to be incorporated. resentations to the Highways on 21 and 22 February. TheWI meet on the second Mon-
Since the failure of the first Pub- Agency and government ministers Some of the players, back Nathan day of each month, 7.30pm at the
lic Finance Initiative application on this matter. Andrews, Ben Reynolds, Ryan Mer- Haydon Centre. For details, call
to fund the school, meetings had Other issues addressed included chant. Front Darren Haydon, Hayley Bernice Shailes on 340141.
taken place between Swindon the new hospital, pensions, the lack Pereira, Elaine Fitzgerald
Council and government officials of youth provision and the need
and he believed a more appropri- for a swimming pool in the North
ate application would be submit- Swindon area. Lipe STyLe

News from Haydon Wick Parish Council InTeRIORS
Whether you just need help
The annual parish meeting takes The Community Bus provides
place on Tuesday 3 April, 8pm at an invaluable service, but there is matching paint, wallpaper,
the council offices in Thames Av- still a desperate shortage of volun- carpet and fabric, or require
enue. All residents of Haydon Wick teer drivers. When regular drivers a complete room makeover.
and much of Abbey Meads can are unavailable there is a danger
attend to discuss parish affairs and that journeys may have to be can- Qualified
the council's performance. celled. Any driver who can spare consultancy
The parish council is seeking a a few hours during the week from £35 r. :
precept of £86,945 to cover its ex- should contact Sue on 722446. Brighten up your
penditure in the next financial year. The parish council in conjunc-
This is equivalent to £20.04 for a tion with Swindon Council wants life-style by calling_ __
band D householder, a reduction to appoint two part-time youth 07785 227674
of £3.45 on the current year. workers to work with the 13 plus
The new concessionary fares age group in the neighbourhood.
scheme for elderly and disabled A minimum of three hours per
persons which comes into opera- week in an evening session is re- Mothers are special.
tion on 1 April brings changes for quired. Training and support will
users of the Community Bus. To- be provided. Application forms Make yours feel it with
kens worth £60 are available for are available from the parish of-
use on the bus, Dial-A-Ride and fice. The closing date is the begin-
for wheelchair users in taxis. These ning of March. Achieve Success
tokens cannot be used on ordinary The parish council has met the
buses. The alternatives are either a requirements of the Community
half fare pass or £40 free travel Legal Services Quality Mark Stand- Fitness Consultancy & Massage Therapy
pass for use on ordinary buses, ard for Self Help Information. The
neither of which can be used on Community Legal Service Direc- Weight loss • Back pain
the Community Bus. tory for Swindon and the South
Sue Martin, Parish Clerk is West, which provides information Personal training • Muscle tension
happy to give advice on the new on legal help is available at the
system. council office.
Mothers Day gift vouchers
Bowls Club gets ready to play after Call Dawn Cole BSC (Hons) ON 01793 430400
successful concert season
Haydon Wick Bowls Club ended their season of winter concerts on 22
January with a well-received performance by Kentwood Choir. Weigh-in
Aldbourne Silver Band and Thamesdown Ladies Choir had been the
earlier attractions. th Work-out
Club Secretary Barrie Smith said this seventh year of concerts had
been a success. "We feel this is a good way to provide local people with Rsema iwssCMs' Weigh less
first class entertainment right on their doorsteps whilst raising funds Diet and Fitness Clubs
towards the club's running expenses. At the same time, we have raised Follow Rosemary's new low-fat eating plan which now
funds for the Prospect Foundation and other local charities."
Over the years, attendances for each concert have averaged well over includes treats & watch the pounds and inches disappear!
300. Events for the next two winters have already been booked. * Monday: Noremarsh Junior School, Wootton Bassett, 5.30 & 7pm
Now club members are looking forward to the start of the new bowls * Thursday: Saltway School, Middleleaze, 6pm
season in mid-April. New members from Haydon Wick parish are A Wednesday: Greenmeadow Primary School, Penn Close, 6 to 7.30pm
always welcome, contact Barrie on 722972. A Wednesday: Abbey Meads Community School, Hugo Drive, 8 to 9.30pm
Centre provides local venue for events * Call Dawn on (01793) 782639 A Call Sally on (01793) 731148
The Haydon Centre provides an excellent venue for meetings and Membership fee £6.00 Class fee £4.30
events in addition to the regular groups and sporting programme. For Exercise only £3.30 (no membership)
details of all facilities and sessions, call 706666.