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Summer 2019 p3 Welcome to L’Amarrage In this From theEditor edition: For most organisations, the annual report is an event to be greeted with a mix of trepidation and anticipation. If all’s gone P 10 well, we can expect ‘plus ca change’ for another year with Occupation Memories renewed confidence and progress. ‘Could do better’ is about as negative as government might be prepared to accept. But as the Assembly’s first birthday passes, it’s difficult not to ignore the amount of stop/go displacement activity that has emerged, P 15 albeit with the sword of Brexit hanging over decision making. Bat wings St Clement voters have been offered a special interest in Sates affairs, as all three of our P 17 representatives have been in the thick of Line engaged things, given their ministerial responsibilities in Treasury and Home Affairs. In the fields and cotils, early flowers and Jersey Royals have been abundant. Then there P 17 were those glorious few Helping hands days of spring sunshine when politicians both Early customer (see page 25) here and over there went on holiday and Pandora slammed the lid on Brexit and the hospital project. Nature re-woke with a vengeance as if shaken from a hang- over and not really prepared for the glare of sunlight, while the serious minded warned that sunshine today means climate danger P 24 tomorrow. With a year to go before the island prepares to celebrate another Easter Mini important liberation date, our parish is still keen to learn about experiences and memories of occupation, and suggestions as to how best to commemorate 75 years of freedom. This edition offers the opportunity to catch up with how the community has taken advantage of the new year to pursue new pastimes and prepare for a summer of al-fresco activities. Enjoy the read. P 32 Plus: Alan Le B Youthful Stitches | School Events [email protected] | Recipe | Activities Cover photograph: Tamsin Ingram, one of our | Church News Miss St Clements for 2019 | Dates for the Diary STCLEMENT-Ed37--2019-Q2.qxp_Governance style ideas 07/06/2019 12:15 Page 4 22/05/2018 11:17 Page 1

p4 Summer 2019 From the Connétable I was privileged to have been joined at this year’s Liberation commemoration by two generations of parishioners whose lives span the very positive side of our island freedom. Maureen Hamel, widow of our former Connetable, Len Hamel, who remembers the dark days of Occupation and her great granddaughter, L6 year-old’ Liliy Marie Holliday, who represents our hopes for the future. As you will be aware, the Privileges overturn that democratic decision and Procedures Committee have of the public. brought forward another The proposition also makes it proposition as the latest attempt to clear that any Connétable would be reform the way the States Assembly free to stand for election as is composed and elected. member of the States. That will be I must confess that I find some fine for St Brélade, St Clément and merit in these new proposals, but I St Saviour which are each one have some reservations also. constituency, but I worry that the It is, I believe, good, that the plan smaller, less populated parishes is to reduce further the number of might be totally unrepresented elected members, down from 49 to because of the voting power of their of 12’ above the road and 8’ over any footpath. 46. Some will complain that that is larger neighbours with whom they will Brambles, weeds and all other obstruction insufficient to do the work that we be amalgamated. must also be removed. have to do – but that is to forget These are my initial views, and I will Please try to keep the evening of Tuesday, that only a few short years ago we present them in the debate. However it July 9th free as that is the date of the Parish had 53 members and the works is is an ongoing issue, and I would really Assembly to receive the Parish accounts for the still getting done. So, I think like to hear yours. Please email me on financial year just past, receive and approve the reducing the numbers is a good [email protected]. estimates for the current financial year and set thing. The first Visite du Branchage of the the Parish rate. The meeting will start at 7pm I also approve of the principle of year will be on Friday, July 5. The Roads so I hope to see you there. having only one type of member – Inspectors will be out and about in their Have a good summer! all elected on the same day, for the Vingtaines leading up to that date to

same term and on the same basis. check that all tree branches, hedges and Best wishes, This will make our system of other growth is cut back to a minimum election simpler and much Len Below: easier to understand and How things remove the false and could look sometimes perceived St John differences between our current three categories. Some St Quen Trinity will regret the loss of the island- St Mary 5 wide mandate, but I wonder what is 12,300 (7%) St Martin the point of an all-island vote, when 5 11,760 (3%) 5 St Lawrence all members will be elected in 9,370 (-18%) relatively large constituencies St Peter But as I said, I have reservations too. The Privileges and Procedures St Helier 5 St Saviour Committee do not want to put their St Brielade St Helier North proposals, if approved by the States, 12,320 (8%) 5 5 11,400 (0%) Grouville to a referendum. This is not right, in St Helier Central 5 14,660 (-7%) my view, as a referendum only 5 12,980 (13%) 5 years ago overwhelmingly 5 St Helier South supported the Connétables 10,800 (-5%) St Clement remaining as members of the 5 9,940 (-13%) Assembly. Surely only another referendum should be allowed to V STCLEMENT-Ed37--2019-Q2.qxp_GovernanceP style ideas 22/05/2018 07/06/2019 11:17 12:15 Page Page 1 5

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p6 Summer 2019 Miss St Clement As compere, Charlie McArdle pointed out to a packed audience in the Parish Hall on Sunday May 5th, this year’s Miss St Clement competition represented a technological ‘first’. Four candidates lined up to represent the parish during 2019, plus one i-pad!

Three candidates stepped forward to succeed Lacey Le Boutellier as Junior Miss St Clement. They were: 11 year-old Tamsin Ingram, who studies at Jersey College for Girls, 9 year-old Evie Ross, a pupil at St Clement’s Junior school and 8 year-old Yasmay Leith who goes to Plat Douet school. Before interviewing each at his inimical BBC best, Charlie called upon Lacey to describe her year as Miss Junior. She recalled a busy programme of events, visiting Below: ‘The Team’ on location surveying new schools and working hard - and at building developments in St Clement considerable speed - to help prepare the Junior float for last year’s Battle parade. All in all though, it had been a very rewarding experience. Tamsin described her love of Top: Just how do you crown an i-pad? photography, singing and drama, and Above: Judges in deep deliberation wanted to use the experience to add to Top left: Lacey tells Charlie of her experiences as Miss Junior her own confidence and inspire other Below: Three little maids children to take part in the Battle and Left: Lucie (in 2016 pose) We’ll be seeing a lot more of her in 2019 greater involvement in the community. Bottom Poppy versus i-pad Lucie Evie enjoyed her studies in English, art and science, while professing a liking for ballroom dancing and the chance to represent the Parish at events. Yasmay – hugely confident for her age, was keen on football, maths, science and PE, and though Battle would be a new experience, was keen to be involved. Then came the technical bit. With one candidate for the Miss St Cement sash in the room and another marooned in the UK because of a cancelled flight from Southampton, it was time to resort to ‘face-timing’ and the ipad. First, Poppy Thompson, described her studies in the UK, which would soon see her move to the University of the Southbank in London to study tourism with the intention of following a career in events management. She had long been associated with the Battle of Flowers and recalled being driven home from a shed in the country when, to her embarrassment, found she had left traces of yellow paint on the seat of Jean Shield’s car. On the ipad, was Lucie Hodgkins, a former Miss St Clement, now at Winchester University, but coming to the end of her studies and preparing to return to Jersey to take up a position as a primary school teacher. Her experience as Miss St Clement – albeit three years ago – had led her to wish to return to input all her extra experience and commitment to the parish. After due deliberation, the judges, Rosemary Norman, Collette Willmett and Phil Heard chose Tamsin Ingram as Junior Miss St Clement for 2019 and Lucie Hodgkins to represent the parish once more as Miss St Clement. STCLEMENT-Ed37--2019-Q2.qxp_Governance style ideas 07/06/2019 12:15 Page 7

Summer2013 St ClémentSummer 2019 Parishp7 Magazine p7 Battle sizzler Star quality On the Easter weekend which threatened to melt all the If the St Clement Battle of Flowers entry had been eggs concealed in garden hideaways, the St Clement cancelled this year, one parishioner would have been Battle of Flowers Association played host to a fund- sorely disappointed. A stalwart in the team of hares- raising Easter Market and Car wash at the Parish Hall. tailing geniuses and costume designers has made You knew you were in business as a queue of vehicles had built up Jean Shiels a vital participant in the production team. as far as the road from the minute the first bucket was filled. Inside the hall, a feast of crafts and bric-a-brac was on offer, all adding to 2019 marks Jean’s the efforts to support this year’s float, which will be: ‘Winter 90th birthday, Wonderland’, a cool representation of polar extremes with bears, which was penguins and plenty of unseasonable snow. appropriately celebrated by the JEP – in the ‘Sports Section’. Why? you might ask. Well, unbeknown to many parishioners, Jean had a sparkling sporting career on the badminton court – a fact we recorded back in 2014, when the refurbished courts were unveiled at Gibson Hall the island’s centre for indoor racket sport. Jean’s name and achievements are prominently displayed on the trophies board. Her first love was tennis, but she switched to playing badminton as bad weather in her native Scotland frequently meant tournaments were called off, and badminton offered an attractive indoor equivalent. Her early prowess is a matter of proud record, both in the UK and after she came to Jersey in 1970. Having joined the Mont a L’Abbe Club, she won seven consecutive singles titles, nine successive women’s doubles titles and nine mixed-doubles championships. Serious illness in 1990 forced Jean to forsake an active sporting role, but following her recovery two years later she chose to devote time to other voluntary activities including the Eisteddfod, the WI and the St Clements’ Battle of Flowers. However, she retained her long-term interest in badminton and recalls the excitement when Jersey won the gold at the 2015 Island Games. Guess who was asked to present the winning silverware. Congratulations, Jean, on another special milestone. Top: In championship line-up (front row second from right) Top: Last official duty for Below: Magic Fingers Lacey Le Boutellier as 2018 Miss St Clement Junior (left) Above: The shape of things to come Right: Splashing on the suds Below: Easter pickings STCLEMENT-Ed37--2019-Q2.qxp_Governance style ideas 07/06/2019 12:15 Page 8

p8 Summerp82019Summer2019 Taking the Hump A noble Barrier They won’t give motorists the most comfortable ride – in fact, they’re deliberately designed – at a price not to. Contractors from the Infrastructure Department have now installed a raised platform They appeared as a gleaming example of solid at the junction of Rue de Maupertuis, Rue de la Croix and Rue de Samares to slow traffic and safe steel engineering - functional and safe. through traffic just where children emerge en route to and from Le Rocquier School. But before any rust patch could appear, the A similar railings along the new pathway at Le Hocq have arrangement, been condemned and face being scrapped and installed in Rue de replaced.. Pontlieataut a couple of years ago It’s all because they’re not in the traditional has proved highly ‘Jersey style’ of municipal railings – the sort of effective in the cast-iron installations you’ll find round the speed department – harbours and seaside promenades. if not particularly It raises the usual questions, such as: who kind to shock authorised the originals, who doesn’t like absorbers. them, how come this was overlooked during the planning process; how much will it cost to replace them; what will happen to the Cul de Sac originals? Will we ever know? Below: Front rails good – back rails bad! Since early April the section between Samares Lane and Clos de la Mare has been closed to through traffic in a year-long experiment. The initiative came from the grandly titled Department of Growth, Housing and Environment, in consultation with the Minister of Infrastructure, the Connetable and the Parish Roads Committee. The long-term plan is for the route to link with the proposed Eastern Cycle path which is Above left: Tranquil by-pass meandering its way towards town Left: The broader picture Below: Restriction time limit Initial reaction from local motorists has been surprise and irritation that for the two hours a day that children might be given priority, this convenient link road is closed permanently, which leads to increased congestion on other small roads in the area and junctions. There has also been criticism that it represents a ‘hammer to crack a nut’ as there have not been any significant accidents, while other frustrated would-be users complain that the decision was taken without adequate consultation. The Connetable has assured the public that the scheme represents an experiment to improve the safety of a significant number of local pupils who make their way by foot or cycle to the local schools from the nearby housing estates via Maupertuis Lane, and will be reviewed after a year. Furthermore, he maintains that he personally delivered some 2,000 copies of a consultation notice before the experiment was authorised. And what might be good for some, certainly represents a penance for others. Any worshippers or visitors to St Patrick’s Roman Catholic Church who happen to live on the Coast Road between, Plat Douet Road and Samares Lane have been dealt a double blow. Access to their church from the coast was blocked off first by the closure of the left turn at School Road, now the impasse in Maupertuis Lane means a pilgrimage as far as Green Island.

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It may be just under a year away, but preparations are well under way to commemorate the 75th anniversary of May 9th 1945, the day the island was freed from military occupation. The Bailiff has set up a group headed by Deputy Kevin Pamplin to organise island-wide celebrations during 2020 and our own parish Social Committee has begun holding a series of gatherings inviting parishioners to meet, share memories, display treasured wartime artefacts and discuss how best the Parish should commemorate their deliverance at a celebration on Sunday May 10th next year. Liberation2020 The first coffee morning, held on Saturday 16th February provided an enticing taster of what’s to come. The team was overwhelmed with a collection of identity passes, tales of daring-do, there were gas masks home- made utensils, the contents of Canadian relief parcels, original Liberation Day copies of the Evening Post. Among the stories of hardship and resilience came recollections of friendships across enemy lines, even some highly dubious dealings between local entrepreneurs and members of the occupying forces, along with some enlightening revelations of how members of the previous generation had conducted themselves. BBC Radio Jersey host, Charlie McArdle arrived to conduct a generous portion of his Saturday morning show live from the Hall, seeking out memories and airing experiences between music. By the end of the morning, the Parish Hall staff had a mountain of material to process and archive and look forward to the next feast of revelations. If you have any personal memories you would like to share, memorabilia to display or Above: Treasures from a dark age Top: Occupation life line preferences for how the Parish should mark the occasion, please contact the Parish Hall. Below Charlie collects the evidence

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Summer2013 St ClémentSummer 2019 Parishp11 Magazine p7 Historical reconciliation One group of Islanders will have special cause to remember the end of hostilities. They were those among the 1186 from Jersey who were interned in the southern German town of Bad Wurzach. During their internment, a humanitarian bond was struck between residents and internees, and ever since, cultural exchanges have been promoted between the communities. The St Helier-Bad Wurzach Partnershaft Committee, which was set up in 2006 is organising a group trip of about 30 Jersey folk to southern Germany, comprising surviving Internees and their families, friends and other interested islanders to participate in the commemorative celebrations. The trip will take place in April 2020 to mark the 75th anniversary of the Internees’ liberation on 28 April 1945. It will include a visit to the cemetery where 12 Jersey residents lay buried, but will also involve community celebrations. Anyone interested in taking part should contact: Clive Armstrong, the Committee Chairman : 854152 or e-mail: [email protected]. Laying the Ghosts On the 28th Back in 2015, a similar group embarked on a visit of April 1945, to mark the 70th Anniversary. Among them, were the day of our St Clement residents David Peacock and Patricia Liberation, Holt – along with local historian, Michael Ginns who many of us were crowded died in 2017 and whose accounts of life in the town into the very are well documented. Pat was accompanied by her top corner of the Schloss as we Top: Previous daughter, Sarah, who kept a journalistic note of the heard that tanks were arriving. visit Everything we had that was white Above: visit and the accounts of the returnees. As the David 75th Anniversary draws closer, here is a reminder we hung out the windows and Peacock of their reflections on revisiting the site of their waved, frightened they would attack explains the building. They were mainly what life was forced internment. French troops and someone who like inside. spoke French went to the gates and Right: The Jersey internees were housed in the Schloss, 18th Century which was easy to guard. Pat, who was only 12 at explained we were prisoners. The Schloss the time, remembers it as an austere building gates opened and the troops poured which with a grand staircase. But it was filthy and in. It was incredibly exciting. housed the needed a lot of maintenance. Her father, Fred Although we had been liberated we internees in obviously still had no idea what was the sleepy McAllister, was a plumber. He offered to look after German the boilers which meant he was allowed out of happening back home. We were in a village camp to get supplies from a local plumbing firm. state of limbo until we heard about Right: This is how the internees learnt that the VE day and then about the liberation Pat beside the villagers were appalled that we were imprisoned. of the Channel Islands. We had to baroque remain at the camp as we had staircase The Fessler family owned the firm, and used to (now send back food in the bottom of Fred’s work-box nowhere else to go. But we did restored) and stuffed in the pipes. “After the Liberation my spend a lot of time out in the village which father couldn't wait until we were back on our where we were well treated. Many of greeted the feet so that he could go and visit them to truly us knew then we would like to return new arrivals say thank you”. in better times.’ STCLEMENT-Ed37--2019-Q2.qxp_Governance style ideas 07/06/2019 12:15 Page 12 B 08:31 Page 1

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Summer 2019 p15 Keep Vigilant Look out, look out, they’re out and about - again. The early spell of warm weather has prompted Above: all manner of wild life to pop their noses out Hornet (pic by David Walker) earlier than expected. Most have added a Right: Nest (pic by John de Carteret) welcome boost to springtime, but the story has The public are being a sting in the tail. Among creatures stirring early urged to keep an eye out are the dreaded Asian hornets. Already this year, for the hornets 10 times as many queens, responsible for themselves and the producing new colonies have been caught. Local primary nests, which resemble a creamy coloured tennis ball with an entrance hole beekeepers and ecologists anticipate the nest on the bottom and are most likely to be found in garages, sheds, car-ports, lean-tos. count could be as high as 50 during the year. We The States have appointed a well-known naturalist and bee-keeper, Alastair Christie as co- all know the destruction they can wreak among ordinator in the fight against the pest. So if you do spot an Asian hornet or a nest, don’t disturb it, local pollinators, particularly the bee population but contact the Asian Hornet Coordinator on 441633, or email [email protected]. so it is vital they don’t establish a foothold. Ideally, take a photo to help with identification. The event coincided with a nation-wide UK survey that showed a decline of 25% in pollinators over the past decade. The list includes, bees, hover-flies Saving planet Jersey and casual visits by birds and flying insects, along with the threat of invasive species, whether accidental or imported. This led inevitably to a raft of The subject of the planet’s diminishing biodiversity is apocalyptical newspaper headlines about the nation’s food supplies. becoming an increasingly hot topic, with a recent UN Nevertheless, it served to highlight how much we depend for our survival on plants and creatures we rarely pay attention to. report warning that a million plant and animal The original focus of ‘Seedy Sunday’ was to allow horticulturists, ordinary species are in danger of extinction. It is just as gardeners to buy or exchange a variety of seeds from previous year’s growing – call it ‘hand-to-hand’ pollination, if you like, but the event grew important a local as a global concern and a raft of into a broad celebration of the natural world and its history and efforts of familiar faces were on duty at Le Rocquier School on regeneration. The event provided the opportunity for a packed school-full of ‘Seedy Sunday’ February 17th to raise awareness of supporters of the natural world, local community projects and those our threatened natural environment and promote working to promote natural eco-systems, bio-diversity while enhancing the the survival of pollinators and propagators. health of soil and the quality of the flora and fauna of our planet – however small our island boundaries.

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Nevertheless, Jersey Telecom has followed BT in succumbing to the belief that the Allo, Allo, Where have all the only way islanders choose to communicate electronically with each other is by mobile phone and tablet. So, slowly, the cosy, slab-sided Jersey telephone boxes with boxes gone – long time a ringing? their glass panels and pointed yellow rooves are disappearing from their sentry posts. Phase one of their eradication has already begun. There used to be one at the edge of our parish on the corner of Plat Douet Road and Rue des Pres, another near Princess Elizabeth Court, big enough to shelter in when waiting for the JMT 18a Town service. End of the line So far, we’ve not heard of a ‘save our boxes’ campaign, so it must Sadly, our local telephone boxes don’t have the same be that their fate is sealed to everyone’s satisfaction. international appeal of the red London kiosks Right: Gone... from Rue des Pres Below: Gone... from Greve d’Azette designed by Sir Giles Gilbert Scott in the 1920s and Left: Unloved...at La Mare which are fast disappearing from the capital’s streets to re-emerge as ‘designer’ shower cubicles and mini- conservatories in far flung locations.

Really happy hatchlings Learning and play is a vital Nestling behind St Nicholas Church on the coast road combination as the little ones gain life experience. Indeed the at Greve d’Azette is a haven of calm learning for the nursery encourages the children very smallest members of our community. Since 2017, in their care laugh, play and have Emma Soley, along with her dedicated staff, has fun through exploring and investigating stimulating developed her Happy Hatchlings nursery into a learning experiences. However, welcoming business with an increasing number of sometimes, the enthusiasm can get the better of the hatchlings waiting to take flight. environment and those who need shelter from the hurly- Below: The ‘big lift’ begins burly, require a little extra Top right: Are you happy with that? protection. Such a consideration Right: Attentive audience is vital when, as in their case, they have children with a need for special support. Emma identified an area between the nursery and the church which the team felt could be used to provide a refuge for those who needed some extra quiet and create a calming, relaxing space but would fit in with the rest of the nursery, making it as natural as possible. Having contacted several companies who supply portable buildings, Emma and her team were delighted to receive an offer from ROK construction to supply and construct a chalet / quiet room to suit her requirements in which the staff can look forward to being able to read stories and supervise children in a relaxed atmosphere conducive to learning and building relationships with all the members of the nursery. We look forward to returning for the grand opening of this inspirational project later in the year. Ed STCLEMENT-Ed37--2019-Q2.qxp_Governance style ideas 07/06/2019 12:16 Page 18

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Summer 2019 p19 Light-er headed Softening the Blow No-one wishes to be forced to leave home because of domestic violence from spouse or for a good cause any other family member. Sadly, in some cases, circumstances can become so threatening that It has been the cause of many a ‘second take’ by it is considered the only safe option. The result parishioners encountering the familiar figure of is traumatic. Collette de la Mare, who along with husband In Jersey, the Clarrie, are well-known for their long-time habit of Women’s Refuge is one of the walking the St Clement coastal route from their organisations at the former home at Greve d‘ Azette to visit family and forefront of caring friends – often at very early hours of the morning. for individuals who’ve been forced The eagle-eyed will have noticed that gone have gone Collette’s long platted locks, and into this desperate in place a new demure coiffure. Collette’s ‘Rapunzel experience’ came on 15th February situation. Last year, when she donated a full 18 inches – in old measure – of her tresses to the Children’s 63 women and 41 charity, the Princess Trust, in order to provide the raw material for wigs to help them children sought deal with the trauma of hair loss as a result of chemotherapy. their help and were It was a bold sacrifice – Collette’s hair had been her crowning glory since it was last cut given refuge – in 1967, but it was worthwhile, as it prompted other generous sponsors to donate staying on average £1,000 to assist the work of the Charity. 37 nights each. Furthermore, their Outreach team works So, does she feel bereft of her ‘trade-mark’? “I sometimes look in the mirror and within the community, to support those needing advice wonder where it’s all gone, but when I think of what good might become of it, I am and assistance and safety planning in order to defuse proud of my new style, which – I’m told, suits me very well.” tensions and prevent the break-up of families and Below: Now you see it ... above What a result! relationships. Support – which is offered free - comes in a range of ways, be it emotional, practical – such as, attending appointments as moral support, assisting with completion of documents relating to housing and social benefit applications, attending court proceedings etc. They undertake information talks to raise awareness of the different types of Abuse. Domestic Violence, which lies at the base of most conflict, is any form of physical, emotional, sexual or financial abuse which is used to gain power and control over the other person previously/currently in an intimate relationship. More recently they are now also delivering talks in schools from Reception age through to Degree level students within the PSHE curriculum all with the core aim of raising awareness of Domestic Abuse. The Outreach team also play a key part in collecting all the monetary, clothing, food, raffle prize donations etc. Please see our website for more information www.jerseywomensrefuge.org or feel free to contact us by email at [email protected] telephone number 873288 – regardless of whether you need help, wish to donate or even enquire about volunteering opportunities with us. Every call is important and every call matters. STCLEMENT-Ed37--2019-Q2.qxp_Governance style ideas 07/06/2019 12:16 Page 20

p20 Summer 2019 Easter Bunnies Easter came a week early to the visitors of the regular CST drop-in morning. There were plates Exposing of hot- cross buns with morning coffee and for one lucky member, the chance to win a chocolate Easter Bunny. Pamela Gordon drew past the prize card and received her chocky trophy from 7 year-old Oscar Dewing. treasure Visitors to the drop-in coffee morning on 21st March might have been forgiven for believing that the ‘Rainy Day Fund’ had turned up out of the blue in St Clement when Neil Mahrer of the Societe Jersiase / Jersey Heritage Archeology Departent was on hand to explain the unearthing, and preservation of the Grouville Hoard.

It may have seemed a long time – seven years, in fact - since Reg Mead and Richard Miles stumbled on a massive Celtic coin hoard in a field in Grouville. However, it is a mere blink of the eye in comparison with the 2,000 years it had lain buried. Since then, Jersey Heritage conservators, archaeologists and volunteers have painstakingly unpicked and studied the hoard and have exposed gold torques, gold and silver jewellery among the mass of 70,000 late Iron Age and Roman coins. It is thought to have belonged to a Curiosolitae tribe fleeing Julius Caesar's armies around 50 to 60 BC. It was the largest hoard ever found in Also making its musical presence felt was a Jersey, and the first major archaeological find made with the use of metal special Easter duck in the company of Doreen detectors on the island. de la Haye. Despite attracting widespread Many of the exhibits attention, it emerged the poor fellow is are on display at La currently nameless. So the hunt is on to ‘give Hougue Bie Museum. my duck a name’. Doreen will collect Top: Neil explaining the items suggestions at the next drop-in. to Pat Renouf Below: Cast of recovered Hoard Right: Pennies from the past STCLEMENT-Ed37--2019-Q2.qxp_Governance style ideas 07/06/2019 12:16 Page 21

Summer 2019 p21 All in it Together Easing the Pain Can you walk for ten minutes? How about As the St Clement Petanque stalwarts prepared to set out to Cancale to ten metres or ten kilometres? do battle on a foreign terrain, the Twinning team and St Clement’s For some people who suffer from Sports Club joined together in their own ‘jumelage’ for an evening persistent pain, a ten-minute walk can be fundraiser of Bingo calling and enjoyment. . a major triumph, and ten kilometres an impossibility. On Sunday 23 June, Fresh from an extended visit to France, Bernadette Cooper, was both able to provide Islanders are invited to walk 10K for Pain an update on links with our French cousins and take on the role of Bingo caller for the evening. We learnt that while Cancale was looking forward to hosting the Support Jersey, to highlight the fact that petanquers, plans for a return visit will probably have to wait until next year. In the one person's easy walk could be many meantime, fundraising will continue to ensure a special St Clement welcome for steps too far for others. them and to explore cultural links with schools and societies. The charity supports Islanders who suffer The evening provided a fun exchange of over Bingo cards, with mouth-watering from a variety of conditions which give cakes and refreshments, a classy array of raffle prizes as an added extra. After a them persistent pain, restricting their predictable excursion among little ducks, sweet sixteens and clickety clicks, the mobility and stamina. Some members will inscrutable scrutineer, aka Collette Willmett, was able to announce that the generous be joining in for short distances and takings would be shared among the Twinning initiative, The Sports Club and the others will be along the route, supporting Jersey Netball Association’s fund to find new premises. walkers and telling people about the So when’s the next date? charity and its life-changing work. It raises - was the general response. Keep your eyes on What’s On and the Parish website. money through various small events, and did receive a start-up grant from the Below: Twinning Chairman Bernadette steps up to the plate Association of Jersey Charities. But this Right: Collette ensuring pin-drop concentration walk is the biggest fundraiser so far and Below: Eyes down for a full House hopes to give PSJ a major boost so that it can continue helping Islanders who suffer from persistent pain. The charity has grown slowly from its formation in 2010, when it was called SMILE. It holds indoor and outdoor gentle exercise and mindfulness sessions every week, run by physiotherapists from the Pain Management Centre, and organises talks from speakers on many subjects. For people with persistent pain, life can become isolated as jobs are lost and self- confidence takes a plunge, so the social side of the group is also vital, providing friendship and understanding. Fundraising can be fun as well as worthwhile, so walking with their friends, families and even their dogs on a Sunday afternoon along Jersey's beautiful coast could be seen to benefit participants just as much as recipients. The event starts at 2.30 at La Fregate at West Park and takes walkers along the seafront to St Aubin's and back. So fingers crossed for clear blue skies on 23 June. More information about the charity can be found on: Website: www.painsupportjersey.com Facebook: painsupportjerseycharity STCLEMENT-Ed37--2019-Q2.qxp_Governance style ideas 07/06/2019 12:16 Page 22

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Every year the hedgehog preservation trust supplies gruesome evidence of injuries sustained by A kinder cut animals that have been caught up in Branchage is as traditional as the Fete du the process. But many other species are also in the front line along with cidre or Visite Royale in our Island insects and wild flowers and plants calendar. It occurs twice a year – the first that make up our essential natural will take place in St Clement on Friday 5th scene. July this year, when the grass grows lush Pressure has been mounting on and the branches hang low. Property the States to recognise he harm that owners are obliged to cut back vegetation can result from over-indulgent attention to scalping devices, not the to ensure it does not encroach on the highways. Increasingly, however, we hear least from environmentalist and complaints that a short back and sides to the hedgerows along our parish lanes is naturalist groups to take a fresh look being conducted with all he vigour of a US Marine barber shearing his first recruit. at just what is legally required, whilst retaining vital feeding resources for The close cutting of vegetation on banks built environment. It is, therefore, pollinators and habitation for indigent which is more than likely conducted with important that they are protected and wildlife and at the same time and the use of mechanical flays and strimmers retained.’ But the original Branchage law preserving the integrity of the can both degrade the integrity of the is over 100 years old, having been underlying structure. Because the law banks by removing the flora that binds enacted in order to keep roads and is administered by individual parishes, the structures in place and decimate the pathways clear at a time when cutting consensus must be achieved across wildlife hiding in the undergrowth. could only be done by hand and the use the Comite des Conetables, if the Despite the fact that at that time of year, of industrial machinery – flails and environmental concerns are to affect animals are generally alert and able to strimmers - and chemical herbicides had the implantation of the current law. scamper to safety, the casualty list among yet to be deployed. In the meantime, on Friday July 5th young birds and particularly hedgehogs Nowadays, it has been recognised that and then on September 20th, the Parish grows ever longer. though there is always pressure to keep Roads Inspectors will check that the The Island Plan of 2011 states that lanes clear – particularly for motor traffic current regulations that state that tree ‘many of the Island's boundary features - – there are increasing demands to restrict branches, hedges and other growth walls, fosses, banques and hedgerows - are the zeal of the in order to improve should be cut back to a minimum of also of great biodiversity value, as well as biodiversity, encourage natural regrowth, 12’ above the road and 8’ over any being of historic and cultural significance, as well as preserving the appearance of footpath, which should be cleared of and an essential element of the Island's our natural environment on behalf of the any related material. character in both the countryside and the Tourist industry. Top: Short back and sides Below: Over-leafy lanes STCLEMENT-Ed37--2019-Q2.qxp_Governance style ideas 07/06/2019 12:16 Page 23

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Stand by your boundaries! On the back of the Branchage inspection this year, St Clement will also be playing host to the Royal Court who will conduct Left: Taking good measure in 2013 Top Branches on trial (also in 2013) their own examination of the Parish accounts and its Left: From the archives: A Visite Royal in progress in St Clement in 1959. Do you recognise any of the officials present? management of the environment in a Visite Royale.

Each year, the Court carries out two such visits, which means each parish is visited every six years. St. Clement will receive the honour on Thin blue line Wednesday 21st August. True to its title, this is a formal occasion. The Royal Court, consisting of the Bailiff, the Jurats, the Attorney- General, At a parish Assembly on April 2nd Nigel Rawlings was re- the Greffier, an Arpenteur and a member of the Bar, are met at the elected to serve as Constable’s Officer for the Vintaigne of Parish Hall by the Connetable, the roads inspectors and twelve Rocquier. This will be Nigel’s third term as a CO, having first ‘Voyeurs’ - ‘good men and true’ - all residents in the Parish, assembled by the Connetable to act as jurors. After the Court is constituted and being elected in April 2013 and re-elected in April 2016. prayers read, they examine the books and accounts concerning the Parish roads and the Voyeurs are asked to take an oath – in French - to uphold the safety of the public highway. Everyone then sets off in procession led by the Connetable and the Voyeurs, with the Vicomte carrying a measuring rod and a Vingtenier carrying an axe. The Voyeurs seek out any obstacles, encroachments, overhanging branches or dangerous trees which might interfere with the free use of the road. As all owners of land bordering on the public roads are bound to keep their hedges properly trimmed, and prune their trees to a certain height, out comes the Vicomte’s official measuring rod. If it comes into contact with an overhanging branch, the Court takes note of it and can impose a fine on the owner of the land or order the offending branch or dangerous tree to be removed. After their tour, a dinner is provided for the Court, and another for the faithful Voyeurs. The tradition goes back to the days when land and property disputes could be volatile and safeguarding access was a vital Parish responsibility. In years gone by, the members of the Court used to arrive on horseback. These days, you’d better be on the look-out for a string of limousines – and, a little bit of ceremonial traffic disruption along the local byways. STCLEMENT-Ed37--2019-Q2.qxp_Governance style ideas 07/06/2019 12:16 Page 24

p24 Summer 2019 Motoring Anniversary Back in edition 35, we reported on the thriving gatherings at the Parish Hall by members of the local classic car owners. This time we can bring you news of Breakfast Club also makes a regular another motor enthusiasts’ club – which is celebrating pit-stop at St Clement’s Parish Hall a special anniversary. car park at 10.30 on the third Sunday of each month, before embarking in This year marks the 60th Anniversary of one of Britain’s convoy for a tour of the countryside most iconic vehicles – the Mini, which revolutionised and a photoshoot or two. car ownership with its Tardis-like ability to pack a family into its modest space at a bargain price – while Jane Tirel, who helps run the club is a pioneering some advanced technical features. proud owner of a 1981 Austin mini The original two-door Mini which rolled off the BMC, HL which she’s named ‘Dougall’ British Motor Corporation’s production line in 1959 was which certainly belies its 38 years revolutionary because of its space-saving front-wheel- and only 9,000 drive layout which allowed 80% of the area of the car's miles on the floorpan to be used for passengers and luggage. The clock – having most striking innovation was hidden under the bonnet rested in solitary where the Italian designer, Alec Issigonis positioned its isolation in a UK little engine transversely to save even more road space. garage for 31 The model achieved a ‘chic’ reputation and was years unused. hoovered up by celebrities and even Royal customers It’s her fifteenth and spawned variations which have influenced car mini in makers ever since. It achieved rally success against succession. more established marques and in 1999 the Mini was The club welcomes voted the second most influential ‘car of the 20th anyone with an Century’. interest in original minis to join the group. Of course the Minis of today - which are still built in Not to be outdone, the UK, but manufactured by BMW - are nothing like www.facebook.com/groups/classicminibreakfastclubjersey. the Jersey Classic Vehicles Club also the original, despite continuing to bear the Mini name. Above: Jane and Dougall met on Easter day in the adjacent car Despite the host of variants, it’s just too good a name Top Proud Club members to relinquish, so is likely to be with us for many Below: Local safari to an historic lay-by park. After coffee, conversation and years hence. merveilles, they set off in their lovingly There are roughly 250 ‘classic’ preserved vehicles for their traditional Minis registered in the Easter run. island and the local Classic Mini STCLEMENT-Ed37--2019-Q2.qxp_Governance style ideas 07/06/2019 12:16 Page 25

Summer 2019 p25 Parish in Bloom ‘Open Doors’ at the Manor St Clement has a proud tradition to maintain in the Parish in Bloom competition. Having deservedly achieved the highest award for the appearance of the Parish Hall, it is often forgotten that the judges also take into account the community aspect of parish activities.

This year, the Parish in Bloom judges will be visiting on July 22nd, while the national representatives from Britain in Bloom will be casting their eyes over the parish entry on August 6th. They will be assessing the parish on following categories: Horticulture, Environment and Community – a broad canvass. As we are well aware, Mother Nature doesn’t just perform on the day, so Dodie Chapell and her team has begun the task of preparing the ground for their visit. Dodie has already received much valued help from members A fine sunny outlook on first of the St Clement Petanque team, and work has begun on the day of opening for the 2019 seaside gardens near La Mare slip and Marks & Spencer. Nevertheless, she would be grateful to welcome help from season saw a steady stream volunteers willing to help with tidying up our environment and of visitors queuing up for early enhancing the ‘green’ face of our Parish. doors at Samares Manor. It Then there are also community projects undertaken by individuals or was the day the UK was due to groups in the parish. If you know about them or are involved, please let leave the EU, but the collection Dodie know on 731811. of continental number plates in the car park certainly suggested European interest was firmly in evidence. The first thing any visitor will notice are the new entry arrangements at the reception in the Manor shop. A new hi-tech registration system has been set up to enable regular visitors to pass through by activating an electronic pass. This is easily configured by inputting Above: Judges exploring bio diversity at Samares Manor Below: Your host, your personal data when your existing card membership expires. Top: The Parish Hall bathing in award winning glory Capt Brian Nibbs A considerable amount of thinning of bushes and undergrowth and has been undertaken over the winter months, to make the grounds more accessible. View from the Top New also is ‘Barrow at the Manor’, which succeeds the Herb Garden Restaurant. The sparkling new restaurant facility offers Le Hocq Tower has now opened its morning coffee and daily lunches, platters and teas. As with the doors on several weekends this year to previous operator, the new owners will be making use of the visitors keen to explore its construction extensive range of locally grown herbs and vegetables in the dishes and history as a military installation they provide and are looking forward to the arrival of a Neapolitan- and landmark in the Parish. style pizza oven to bake their own specialities. Parties and even weddings are on the list for the new establishment. As a result of the positive feedback Top: Busy first day in the shop received, local resident, Brian Nibbs, Above: New faces in the café Below: Open Sesame together with fellow members Jersey Tourist Guides Association (JTGA) guides are offering ‘taster’ sessions to anyone who might be interested in assisting on certain Sundays from April to October. It would be an opportunity to learn about the history of the Tower, the surrounding area and the extensive RAMSAR site. No prior knowledge is necessary, just an interest in helping visitors to the Tower understand exactly what we have on our maritime doorstep! If interested, please call Brian on 856550 or email [email protected] The tower will be open to visitors on the following Sundays: 7,21 July; 4,18 August; 1,15 September; 6 October

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from the growers and nursery staff – this can go on for a long time! Christmas might be well over, but the old adage of ‘a puppy is for life’ is always worth repeating especially as this year has already seen warnings in the news media about puppies being Buddy’s offered for sale in the Island by unregistered breeders and in a clandestine manner on social media. The problem always is we are soooo cute when we’re little, bundled up in our rugs with soft blue eyes, prickly little teeth, Meanderings and wanting desperately to be loved. But – and it is a BIG ‘but’, if you don’t know where we’ve come from or who our parents are, I have to admit I don’t often declare a truce with my fellow feline potential owners can be in for big trouble and we can end up quadrupeds, but but we sometimes find ourselves in the same boat – with long-term health problems or develop bad habits, causing fireworks night, Christmas parties etc, but at this time of the year, us to leading miserable lives – and even being neglected or ill- there are other common hazards around on the garden front. treated. As summer planting gets into full swing, it’s worth reminding A while ago Islanders were being urged to do their research owners and gardeners both that some of their prize blooms before buying puppies after an advert offering a litter of are just not, pet friendly. Indeed some are decidedly harmful, chocolate and black Labrador puppies was shared on a local and chewing them could Facebook group. It result in a costly visit to the vet prompted local animal or worse. welfare charities and The bulbs of many favorite organisations to garden plants contain emphasise the dangers harmful toxins. Daffodil and of buying pets via tulips will wreak havoc with online ads. The history our fragile little digestive and credentials of the systems, while lilies - the advertiser/ breeder is leaves, flowers and pollen – worth checking as are all highly poisonous. thoroughly as the Other varieties such as animals being offered hyacinth, azaleas fox-gloves, for sale. lupins, rhododendrons ivy are on a ‘no-touch’ list too. It’s Finally, we might probably worth reminding be back to summer owners to keep pets away day-time beach- from freshly fertilised lawns or walking restrictions, but areas treated with pesticides. as the days warm up on Please don’t think I’m being land and sea, here’s a a kill-joy but prevention is gentle reminder to keep better than cure – which can canine noses out of be long and miserable. unexpected ‘treats’ on However, there are, mercifully, the beach. Stray jelly plenty of colorful alternatives. fish from even warmer Camelias, nasturtiums, climes and the left- marigolds and petunias and overs from picnics and roses won’t harm us – so long barbecues – which as we avoid the prickles. My shouldn’t have been owners always take advice discarded anyway. STCLEMENT-Ed37--2019-Q2.qxp_Governance style ideas 07/06/2019 12:16 Page 28

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Summer 2019 p29 En Voiture With or without the obstacles of Brexit, many local motorists will be setting out RecipeRecipe for French roads this summer. Once the mountain of paperwork, special permits and road safety kit has been gathered and checked, here are a few helpful linguistic extras to make your journey less stressful. Summer Getting to know your car Useful phrases Volant Steering wheel Salad Clignotant (Direction) Indicator if you break Warm summer lunches often call for a simple, but satisfying salad to Pare-brise Windscreen down in France enjoy with little preparation. Frequently served as an appetiser, few Essuie-Glaces Windscreen wipers dishes fit the bill as neatly as a Salad Nicoise, which will also provide the Pneu Tyre “Ma voiture est Coffre Boot en panne” opportunity for a host of variations on a basic theme. Getting going – My car has broken Caler To stall down Se ranger To pull over “La batterie est Garer/Stationner To park vide” Faire marche arrière To reverse – The battery is flat Road signs “J’ai un pneu crevé / Panneau de signalisation Road sign à plat” Circulation Traffic Route barrée Road closed – I’ve got a flat tyre Ralentissez Slow down “J’ai eu un accident” Arrêt Stop – I’ve had an Cedez le passage Give way accident : Priorité à gauche/à droit Give way to traffic Ingredients n 320gms green beans from the left/right “Le moteur n 650 gms baby potatoes Sans-unique One-way surchauffe” (Jersey Royals) n Cup of fresh parsley leaves Sans interdit No entry – The engine is n 4 eggs n 60 ml extra virgin oil n 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar Passage piéton Pedestrian crossing overheating n 750 gms tuna steaks Déviation Diversion n 12 baby tomatoes n 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard “Il y a un problème Impasse Dead-end/ n 100 gms Kalamata olives n Pinch of sugar Nothrough road de freins” Radar de Vitesse Speed camera – There’s a problem Method: Verglas Risk of ice with the brakes n Cook the potatoes in a saucepan of boiling water until just tender (10 minutes). Remove and use the water to cook the beans for 2-3 Navigating French roads “Pouvez-vous minutes until tender. Drain and rinse under cold water. Autoroute Motorway envoyer une n Place eggs in a pan of cold water. Bring to boil then reduce heat Péage Toll dépanneuse?” to gently boil for 6-7 minutes. Drain and cool under cold water Peel Carrefour Junction – Can you send a and quarter. Rond-point Roundabout Whisk together oil, vinegar and mustard and add salt and pepper recovery vehicle? n Bande d’arrêt d’urgence Hard shoulder to season. Aire de repos Lay-by “Pouvez-vous me n Heat a frying pan over medium heat. Add tuna and cook for 2-3 Doubler/Dépasser To overtake remorquer jusqu’àu Limite de vitesse Speed limit minutes each side. Remove and allow to cool, then flake into large Bouchon/Embouteillage Traffic jam garage?” pieces. Carambolage Pile-up – Could you tow me n Cut the potatoes, halve the tomatoes, and serve them with the Feu Traffic light to the repair garage? eggs, beans, tuna, olives and parsley, divided evenly among the serving bowls. Drizzle the dressing and season with salt and pepper. At a petrol station Station-service Petrol/service station Essence sans plomb Unleaded petrol Bon Gasoil Diesel Voyage! Bon Appetit Faire le plein To fill up the tank Isabelle

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Summer 2019 p31 Samarès School Sell Shakes! Samares Murals from Kate Burton Normally writing or drawing on walls is frowned upon – Budding entrepreneurs in Year 6 at Samares have been exploring particularly at school, but pupils in year 3 at Samares have the art of the drinks business. In February, they hit on the idea had special dispensation to provide inspiration for an Art project which will see their ideas displayed in a mural to invent and sell their own drinks creations to fellow pupils in mounted in the school piazza. order to raise money for their leavers’ party being held in July. It’s part of a project initiated by Art House Jersey and ‘During the Spring term, we were learning about businesses. As part of this sponsored by Skipton International which normally project, we created our own drinks companies. First, we had to conduct supports the annual Open Studios fortnight, but has this market research to find out which drinks children in our school preferred. year put its name to assisting with murals crafted by Each group then used the results of the market research to come up with recognised artists, but with the input of the community – in a different recipe before finding out the production costs, designing a this case local schools. Fifteen are taking part around the logo and inventing a name for our products. island – including Le Rocquier, also in St Clement – pupils In order to secure a loan from the Friends of Samarès (PTA), we pitched are tasked to input the elements in their lives which mean our ideas in a Dragons’ Den style. This included sharing information about most to them. the ingredients and costs, a taste test and providing reasons why the The artist supervising and ultimately creating the drinks would be beneficial to the children in our school. After hearing the Samares school work is Jodie Carney who, just after the pitches, Mr McDermott, the head-teacher of Samarès School, said, “I am Easter break was fully engaged with pupils who’d already very impressed with all the collaboration that I have seen. The year 6 come up with subjects as wide ranging as forest animals, children should be proud of themselves and I look forward to seeing how musical instruments, special toys and even electronic well they do when they sell their drinks.” games – all reflecting their special interests. After their successful pitches, all groups received the amounts they Class teacher Una O’Donoghue has the task of ensuring requested and set about advertising, using posters and delivering they don’t stray too far from the text and keep their persuasive speeches in a whole school assembly and During the Drinks imaginations focused to enable Jodie to encompass their Fayre week, their hard work was on sale to all – resulting in the chance to individual creations into a large-scale work of community pay off their loans and put a handsome profit towards the end of term art. leavers’ party. We will all be able to see the fruit of their labour later in So would you be the summer when the work is unveiled in time for the partial to a glass of Samares School Summer Fayre. Vanilla VIP, Marvellous Below: Jodie collects ideas Bottom: A true community project Mintshakes, or oh-so- cool and Rainbow Fizz? The names sound fruity enough and the verdict was a universal – “delicious.”

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p32 Summer 2019 Le Squez Youth Project Netball from Deirdre Brewster from Florrie Copley St Clement has built up a strong reputation in netball, We have had a creative start to the year with both Youth and Senior netballers recently completed lots of art projects, cooking and sewing! another very good season in the Jersey Netball We have supported many awareness weeks including CSE (child sexual exploitation), LGTBQ and Association youth and senior leagues. Young Carers. Sessions varied across the age groups and our young people have produced some The 5 senior teams, with the A team placed 3rd in the 1st amazing art work to display in the project. Other activities have included making salt dough and slime, Division and the B team winning the 2nd Division and designing coasters and learning how to use the sewing machine! gaining promotion to the 1st Division for next season. The During the month of February we held an emergency service’s month and were extremely grateful remaining 3 seniors teams finished in very strong positions to the States of Jersey Fire and Rescue for joining us at Le Squez. Young people got to try on personal also. protection equipment and breathing apparatus. They also got a tour of the fire engine, learning about The youth section is thriving as usual with great the different hoses, tools and equipment carried. They commitment at training and league matches and fabulous thoroughly enjoyed talking with the firemen, asking support from a fantastic group of parents. Both teams them questions about fire safety and what played extremely well in their league matches and qualifications are needed for a career in the fire service. tournaments with the year 9 team being placed 3rd in their All kitted up for the ‘blue light first tournament of this season. The youth teams have also Over the Easter holidays we ran Young worker training. played against visiting schools with very good results. It involved instruction on behaviour in the workplace, Senior summer training sessions are held on Tuesdays at communication, health and safety and running Fort Regent from 7-9 pm and youth training is on activities. They also received their new young worker Wednesdays at Oakfield from 6-8 pm. hoodies which were printed at Beresford Street Kitchen. Contact Deirdre Brewster 07797 830572 for more information. Young workers unite Below: Year 7 team Bottom: Year 9 team Our budding chefs have been busy in the kitchen cooking curries, fajitas, homemade goujons and chips and the best pancakes!! Tasty bake off We have lots planned for the summer term and we are looking forward to getting outside now the evenings are lighter. Please see our new summer term session times below. If you are interested in finding out about volunteering opportunities or maybe joining our committee please contact Florrie Copley on E:[email protected] T:280533 M:07797732509 E:[email protected] Le Squez Youth Project T:280533 M:07797732509 Session Times £1 E: [email protected] M: 07797 732 509 T: 280533 PER E: [email protected] M: 07797 782 872 T: 280533 SESSION

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p34 Summer 2019 Two into One Finishing the can go Spade Work A year since taking office as Parish Deputy and Behind builders’ hoardings and security wire, the then appointed as assistant Treasury Minister, landscape is changing fast on the previous Lindsay Ash has kept his ear close to the Samares Nurseries site. Andium Homes has reached a significant milestone in providing a new raft of ground, picking up on local concerns and the housing on the Samares plain. mood of the electorate in general. In the May sunshine, former Housing Minister and local resident, ‘Why do people Terry Le Main, was invited to pick up a shovel and pose for the want to get rid of moment the last concrete slab was laid in the project, which is the Bailiff?’ is due to create some 200 new homes by 2020. If all goes well, the probably the development will deliver some 20 one-bedroom flats, 89 two-bed question asked of flats and 91 three-bedroom houses. 160 properties will be offered me the most. The as rental, with the remaining 40 sold through the Andium answer is actually a Homebuy Scheme. very simple www.gov.je/Home/RentingBuying/ApplicationAllocation/Pages/HowToApply.aspx one...They don’t! Linked to an area of high density living, the new estate will be The issue under connected to the surrounding school and other developments by discussion a cycle path – mentioned elsewhere in this magazine. The main concerns the role entrance will see traffic exit onto St Clements inner Road. the Bailiff plays. At the moment the he – and it has always been a ‘he’, is in charge of both the judiciary and the legislature. This situation only exists in two democratic jurisdictions in the world, namely, Jersey and Guernsey. So the argument focusses on whether that should change and that the Bailiff should be head of state and head of the judiciary but not the speaker of the States chamber. Thus, we had a debate in the Chamber as to whether this matter should be the subject of a referendum if the States vote for the speaker to be a separate person. I voted against Left: Terry turns a ceremonial a referendum as I felt the issue was one which was down to shovel. (courtesy JEP) the members of the States to decide as to who their Above: speaker should be, and not a decision to spend approx. Construction well under way £100k on holding a referendum which would likely be Below poorly attended. The shape of things to come The outcome of the vote came down in favour of a referendum, whereupon the proposition was withdrawn. Had it not been, which way would you have voted on the issue, Deputy Lash? I hear you ask? I would in fact have voted to retain the Bailiff’s current position, because having sat on the committee looking into the issue I didn’t find a sufficient reason to change a 700 year tradition although I can see the argument for a separation of powers. Who knows if the subject arises in the future, someone may convince me otherwise. STCLEMENT-Ed37--2019-Q2.qxp_Governance style ideas 07/06/2019 12:17 Page 35

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confused with the popular ‘Joey’ fleet of commercial Aurigny Tri- landers, the new aircraft wears a brand new livery. Gone is the yellow overcoat to be replaced by red and white now common Eyes in the skies to international rescue craft. There have been many delays along the way, both technical and in fundraising, so this represents a The extensive search in island waters at the beginning of the year huge relief for supporters of CI Air Search who have raised the £800,000 to purchase the aircraft and equipment. According to for the private aircraft carrying international footballer, Emiliano John Fitzgerald, whose name became familiar to islanders as a Sala and pilot David Ibbotson, focussed world attention on the result of his cogent reports during the recent search, the new work of the volunteer services which, despite challenging ‘Lions Pride’ Islander bristles with state of the art surveillance conditions spent three days scouring over 1,000 square miles. equipment including an new high-resolution thermal imaging camera and - we’re told - quieter engines as a result of newly Prominent among the teams risking their lives were the crew designed propellers which also allow it to fly higher when of the diminutive Airsearch aircraft, which is a familiar sight to conducting maritime searches. St Clement’s residents living along our coastline. Speed is of Like our trusty volunteer lifeboats, it’s good to know it’s crewed the essence to identify vessels and individuals in distress and and available, but just not needed too often. often, the first indication of a casualty’s comes from above - in Below: Lions Pride Ready for action the shape of air reconnaissance. The aircraft which played such an important role in January’s extensive search had been on loan to Air Search CI since the organisation’s previous plane was wrecked in a crash-landing in 2013. It has now been replaced by a brand new machine, though for the eagle-eyed sky watchers, there are significant differences from its predecessors. Although it is made by the same manufacturer (Britten Norman) and retains a familiar profile, there is one immediate difference. Whereas the earlier versions could be

The overall winner will receive a trophy which will be retained in the winning Parish Hall until the next inter Parish race, which we envisage will take place bi-annually. There will also be other place Ahoy there! prizes, along with discretionary prizes. Some strenuous fundraising is under way to support the event, from Steve Pearl, Commodore, St Helier Yacht Club and the search for skippers is ongoing. Please get in touch if you’d like to participate individually or as a team. Calling all St Clement mariners, who enjoy the breeze in their sails and the cool ocean beneath their keels. St Helier Yacht Club is organising an inter-Parish Yacht race – the first of its kind - to take place on Sunday 23rd June, starting at 9am. The outline of the event is as follows: n Any number of yachts can represent the Parish. n Each yacht shall be crewed by a minimum of 4 people. n Each yacht shall be crewed by residents of the Parish, but may have 1 crew member per boat who can be from outside the Parish. n Crews are encouraged to invite a Parish official to join in. Sailing around Jersey is a wonderful experience, it passes every Parish, and usually takes between 6 and 8 hours. The scenery is amazing, and in late June we expect good weather. After the race there will be a reception buffet and prize giving in the Club at 7pm, to which Parish officials are invited. STCLEMENT-Ed37--2019-Q2.qxp_Governance style ideas 07/06/2019 12:17 Page 36 STCLEMENT-Ed37--2019-Q2.qxp_Governance style ideas 07/06/2019 12:17 Page 37

Summer 2019 p37 Ode to summer Well, winter flew past exceedingly fast. Now summer is here with long days at last. Dad’s in the garden, pulling up weeds. Mum’s busy sorting out packets of seeds. Barbecues and picnics are pleasures to come, before that, of course, there’s much to be done. Soon lots of good people will spend precious hours, preparing the float for the Battle of Flowers. It’s really quite frightening how swiftly time flies, but when it is done – a delight for the eyes. For each of the years St Clement took part, they have always created a fine work of art. Heather Ellis

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First on the list, is the Jersey Festival of Words and Poetry, which was fist included last year – and won by Above: Last year’s St Helier’s word-spinning Connetable, Simon Crowcroft. This year’s winner will also be awarded the Alan winners from among the 200 entries Jones Prize, named in memory of the inspirational teacher who made a unique contribution to Jersey- based writing. There are also cash prizes and the opportunity to see their work published. Winning poems will be published as part of a special newspaper supplement also featuring the best short stories from this year’s Jersey Evening Post Writing competition. The deadline for entries is 31 July and detailed information about competition rules and how to enter can be found on the festival website and in flyers to be distributed to arts and culture venues and schools. More information can be found on the Festival’s website: www.jerseyfestivalofwords.org

It might be a little early to start thinking of indoor pursuits, but as the evenings draw in comes the opportunity to shine on stage at the annual Jersey Eisteddfod Festival of the Performing Arts, featuring Music, English Speech and Drama, Modern languages including French, Portuguese, Polish, Spanish, German, Italian, Russian and Mandarin Chinese, not forgetting our local Jèrriais. The syllabi and entry forms will be available on the Jersey Eisteddfod Website from mid-June. www.jerseyeisteddfod.org.je Entering the Jersey Eisteddfod gives individuals and groups a chance to perform on the stage of the Jersey Opera House and other venues, where participants can listen, learn and encourage each other. , whilst receiving appraisals from the Adjudicators, who, apart from Jèrriais, are all from outside the island. Come and join us and have some fun. The Festival takes place from Friday 8th - Saturday 30th November at the Jersey Opera House, the Jersey Arts Centre and other venues around the island. Invitation to Further details available from the General Administrator on E-Mail: [email protected] excel

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p40 Summer 2019 ChurchNews Meadow Here’s an Churchyard The meadow churchyard was filled with daffodils Easter riddle which will soon be replaced by large beds of wild from Canon David Shaw flowers. Much commended by the Parish in Bloom Below: There were six dog collars linked Easter sunrise at Le judges it is also becoming a special place for a with 18 legs at the 7.30am Easter Hocq (captured by number of families from around the island as it is the Day service around the cross at Jason Sims) only meadow churchyard where loved ones can le Hocq – how many dogs choose to be buried or ashes interred without attended the service? headstones, amidst the flowers and their names are recorded on oak posts. Benches carved from tree Clergy, dogs and over 70 more trunks are specially positioned to give views out to enjoyed the sunniest Easter sea past the bird friendly hedging and Jersey cider service by the sea. As usual one apple trees. large loaf was used for the three Easter Day services with flour Below: Field of floral gold grown in Grouville, threshed at Samares Manor, milled in St Peter and back to Samares for seigneurial kneading. It was followed by a breakfast of home-made jam and specially baked hot cross loaves and coffee. St Nicholas as usual offered sherry with the bread and the busy family communion at St Clement was held amidst a wonderful display of flowers and accompanied by a superb choir.

raised her family and taught. She became a Baha'i on a trip to Jersey in 1972. Upon Keeping the Faith retirement she wanted to pioneer for the Faith and returned to her childhood home. Were you to conduct a questionnaire about all the religious She has been an active and much faiths practised in Jersey, the chances are that loved member of the community ever representatives of the Baha’i community would feature very since and vital in maintaining the Baha'i low. Indeed numbers are very limited, but two members live in presence. She has established a wide circle St Clement as residents of Le Marais. of friends as a familiar traveller on the Baha’i is a religious movement established in Persia number 16 bus. in 1863 which respects the worth of all religions and Below: Mary with St Clement Community Support JAM the equality of all people. It has often faced member, Marlene Morris JAM - not Pam Turner’s persecution, particularly in the amazing jams sold by the Middle East. The Baha'i tonne - (well, almost three presence was first established quarters of one last year in here in 1953. March is a big aid of church funds) - but month for Baha'is every year as J.A.M. The new name for St it marks the end of a 19-day fast Clement Sunday School – and the Feast of Naw Ruz or Jesus And Me. It meets two Sundays every month in the New Year, exactly at the Spring Caldwell Hall and has a fun mixture of craft teaching and video equinox. on the new giant screen. More information and dates can be This year marked a special found on the JAM Facebook page: St Clement Church Jersey year as Mary Connell, one of the Channel Islands. St Clement Baha'is, who grew up in St Helier during the

Occupation, also celebrated her Riddle answer:

30) 30) 10 the at up turned dog another (and clergy 3 dogs, 3 90th birthday. Mary’s father was . a Gardien at the Jersey Museum and she lived in Pier Road throughout her childhood. At the end of the war, Mary trained in England as a Primary Schoolteacher, where she married, moved to London, STCLEMENT-Ed37--2019-Q2.qxp_Governance style ideas 07/06/2019 12:17 Page 41

Summer2013 Summer2019St Clément Parishp37 Magazine p15 Church Noticeboard PITCHER & St Clément Parish Church www.stclementschurch.org.je Pattern of Sunday worship: St Clément Parish Church 8am Holy Communion LE QUESU NE 10.30am Holy Communion 1st and 3rd in month Morning Worship 2nd in month FUNERAL DIRECTORS Family Service 4th in month St Nicholas Church 9am Holy Communion (Greve D’Azette) St Patrick’s Roman Catholic Church www.catholicchurch.org.je Pattern of Sunday worship: A wide range of caring and Saturday: 9.30am (followed by Sacrament of Reconciliation) personal services you can trust. 6pm - Mass Sunday: 11am - Mass Tuesday & Thursday: 9.30am - Mass Samarès Methodist Centre www.samares.ci-methodist.org.uk Prices start from £1,600 No Sunday worship, but... Mondays & Thursdays: 9.30 – 11.30am: ‘Baby Buzz’. for a direct cremation Group sessions for Parents & Toddlers. Fridays : 10 .30 – 12 noon : ‘Coffee Buzz ’.Page 1 Drop-in coffee morning. FOR THE COMPLETE SERVICE

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p42 Summer 2019 To advertise your event Parish Administration free of charge just email Connétable Len Norman Tel: 855511 Email: [email protected] all the details to What’son... [email protected] Deputies Lindsay Ash Tel: 07797 745447 Email: [email protected] Susie Pinel Tel: 853969 Email: [email protected] July Parish Secretary Beverley Corley Asst. Secretary Julie Martin Tuesday 2 CST Summer BBQ in the grounds of the Parish Hall. Admin Assistance Juliette Jackson • Helier De la Haye Theme is “England Day”. Tickets £8 to include food and soft Police Liaison Kim Beaumont drinks. Details and tickets from Julie Martin 854724 Foreman Jason Sims Friday 5 First Visite du Branchage Assistant Foreman Brock Thompson Saturday 6 Relay for life. Overnight event at FB Fields Sexton Michael Le Jehan Sunday 14 St Clements Battle of Flowers Assoc BBQ in the Parish Hall Procureurs du Bien Public Susan Pearmain • Anthony Perkins grounds Rector Canon David Shaw Tel: 851992 Tuesday 9 Parish Assembly to receive Parish accounts and review rates Email: [email protected] Parish Hall 7 pm. Chef de Police Rob Beaumont Centeniers Edgar Wallis • Amanda Le Brocq • Kim Beaumont August Duty Centenier Tel: 07797 711392 Thursday 8 Battle of Flowers Parish Social Committee Chairman Anthony Perkins Tel: 07797 716568 Tuesday 13 CST Western Coach Trip and Lunch. Coaches will depart from Community Support Chairman Chairman eAnne Dupré the Parish Hall at 12.30, returning 4.30 pm. Tickets £20 (tour and Liaison Officer Julie Martin Tel: 854724 lunch) from Julie Martin at the Parish Hall on 854724 Refuse Collection Contractor Graham Pallot Tel: 07797 748 286 Wednesday 21 Visite Royale. States Members will assemble in the Parish Hall Parish Hall Opening Hours then tour the Parish. Monday to Thursday 8.15am to 5.00pm Tel: 854724 Friday 8.15am to 3.45pm Email: [email protected] September Friday 20 Second Visite du Branchage www.parish.gov.je

Good Companions Club: Thursday afternoon Bingo, tea & cakes 2pm-4pm. Open to all. Other Regular Events Call 871451. Please note there is no longer a whist afternoon on Fridays. Good Companions Club: Big Bingo for cash prizes on every 2nd Friday of each month at 1.30pm Community Support Drop-in Coffee mornings: Third Thursday each month. 10-12.30 at the (doors open 12pm for food & drink), and the last Friday of each month at 7pm (doors open 5.30 Parish Hall. Assistance from Julie Martin 854724. for food and drinks). St Clement WI: First Wednesday each month. Parish Hall. Details from Mary Marshall 857616. Jersey Over 50s Activities & Social Club: Spartan Athletics Club FB Greve d'Azette WI: First Monday each month. 7.30pm at the Parish Hall. Details from Sue Fields. Contact Rosemary Hewlett 853164. Manning 888542. Over 55’s Gentle Exercise Class: 9.30 -10.30 am Mondays. St Clement Junior Flower Club: First Saturday each month 10am-12. Parish Hall. Good Companions Club: Details from Helena Parris 07797 742531.          Contact Gloria 855109. Weight Watchers: Mondays 5.30pm at St Patricks Church Hall. St Clement Bridge Club: Every Friday evening Parish Hall at 7pm for a 7.15pm prompt start. Contact Sharon (O’Brien) 07797 848955. Suitable for advanced beginners and upwards. Details from David Delauney on 720638. Updates and extras can be found on the Parish Slimming Together: Meet at Good Companions Club on Monday evening at 6.30pm.and website: [email protected] Tuesdays at 6pm. Details from Joanne Reid Rodrigues 856490. [email protected] Proudly Published BY

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