Las laurentins-ED59 SPRING-2018-Q1.qxp_Layout 1 26/02/2018 15:39 Page 1 THEPARISHOFTHEPARISHOF STLAWRENCESTLAWRENCE ISSUE 59 SPRINGSPRING 2018 Spring breathesbreathes newnew lifelife intointo the world around us Las laurentins-ED59 SPRING-2018-Q1.qxp_Layout 1 26/02/2018 15:39 Page 2 p2 Spring2014 Las laurentins-ED59 SPRING-2018-Q1.qxp_Layout 1 26/02/2018 15:39 Page 3 Spring 2018 p3 Feature articles Welcome PJ Parish Matters A round-up of news from A warm welcome to the 59th edition of Les Laurentins St Lawrence As we approach our milestone 60th edition, we know its style and presentation has changed over the years, but the ethos remains the same. Our magazine is here to keep PEE Election FDEL us up to date with Parish matters, to let us know what has been happening in the Parish, and, where we can do, to also let us know what is going to happen. We catch Your essential guide up with Parishioners who have interesting stories to tell; with those who have to voting celebrated milestone birthdays and anniversaries (just like Les Laurentins is about to do), or who have achieved sporting recognition. No matter what your story, please get in touch and share it with us. You will become part of the history of our Parish through the written word and join the many others whose stories have preceded you. Speaki ng of those interesting Parish matters that have taken place, by P the time you read this a Parish Assembly will have been held to decide EL The Sound whether or not the extension to the Parish church is completed. of Music Whatever the outcome of that Assembly, surely everyone will agree that in St Lawrence the decision must be respected. William Millow and On an Island matter that is taking place this year, the important date to remember is Wednesday 16 th May, the date set for the next General Annette Blanchet, a passion Election. The item on page 11 will give you all the information you need for music on how to be registered to cast your vote and to have your say in the strategic direction and governance of Jersey for the next four years. PGD Meet the Battle We hope you enjoy this edition of Les Laurentins, you will find it full Committee of those regular items that keep you in touch and informed about Parish The people behind Battle life in St Lawrence. u Eagle-eyed readers of Les Laurentins may notice that this edition is titled Spring 2018, while the preceding edition was Autumn 2017! So what happened to the Winter publication? PGH St Lawrence The truth is there was not one. We decided that with Les Laurentins Shooters win being published in the first weeks of March, June, September and late A team of Jersey clay target November this year it made sense if Les Laurentins reflected the appropriate season. After all, come March most people are quite keen shooters triumph to say goodbye to winter and look ahead to the longer days and optimism of a new year. Meanwhile, nothing has been done to change the chronological Volunteers preparing the numbering of each edition. kitchen garden at Hamptonne for Spring planting See the complete picture on page 8 Don’t hesitate to get in touch on [email protected] or contact the Parish Hall. Parish Constable’s vacancies Officers needed If you are interested in contributing to our Parish life and community in a variety of ways, please contact the Connétable for more details. The design and printing of Les Laurentins take places at NO COST to Parishioners. This can happen thanks to the ongoing support of our advertisers, to whom we are very grateful. Las laurentins-ED59 SPRING-2018-Q1.qxp_Layout 1 26/02/2018 15:39 Page 4 p4 Spring 2018 OntheParishbeat Policematters By Mike Haden, Chef de Police BY ST LAWRENCE’S STATES POLICE COMMUNITY POLICE OFFICER LISA HOWARD Honorary Police update Flexibilty is the secret , We recently said goodbye to Hi all one of our long-serving It has been a officers, Bruce Thomas, who busy few has retired after more than ten years’ service to the months since Parish. We shall miss his extensive local I last wrote knowledge and his ‘hands on’ approach. an article for Fortunately, we have gained one new officer, Trevor Le Cornu, who will take over Bruce’s role with gun licencing. your parish Looking back over the Honorary Police Minute book over twenty years ago it is noticeable that we regularly had around 24 officers in magazine. the parish. We are now down to just half of that number. We are currently coping with our core functions which include I have been out and about meeting as presenting cases in the Magistrates’ Court for Centeniers and dealing many of you as possible. Please don’t with weekly Parish Hall Enquiries. We also respond to call-outs and hesitate to contact me about any parishioners’ concerns about parking and other issues. Where we police matter you may wish to discuss. struggle these days in undertaking patrols, monitoring speeding, Please be alert and keep an eye participating in campaigns such as drink driving. With the summer out for ant suspicious behaviour and fast approaching we shall be very stretched to deal with all-island don’t hesitate to contact us. You are the eyes and ears of the community, events such as the Battle of Flowers and the Jersey Marathon. especially now that the evenings will be getting longer and the weather Our lives seem to be busier all the time now. I recently (hopefully) getting better. approached a couple of newly retired people who I thought would I have run a number of be ideal to join us in their newly acquired spare time. However, they Community ‘drop in’ sessions were already fully committed to a variety of volunteering roles, as and it’s been really lovely well as plans for travelling the world! I readily appreciate that as I do meeting a lot more a fair amount of globe-trotting myself in retirement and intend to parishioners. These ‘drop in’ make the most of this period of my life. I can assure you however sessions aim to make us, the that there is still time to spare for the parish. police, more accessible to you Clearly, in these days we have to be flexible to fit in with people’s and offer advice and other commitments, whether they are in full-time work or information relating to retirement. The average commitment for an Honorary Officer comes community issues in your to about five hours a month. If anyone feels that they can offer this area. So far you have spoken amount of time I would be very pleased to have a chat with them to me about your concerns about what is involved. u regarding speeding, scams You can contact me through the and vulnerable people in the parish office or directly on 07797 787149. parish. Centenier Mike Haden As always u I am available via email- [email protected]. uk and by telephone 01534 612612 07797 744450 u T Las laurentins-ED59 SPRING-2018-Q1.qxp_Layout 1 26/02/2018 15:39 Page 5 Winter2018 p5 Life moments that are worth saving for Save for life. Find out more at natwestinternational.com Visit your local branch View natwestinternational.com Call us on 01534 282828 Like @Natwest.Int on Facebook Follow us @Natwest_Int The Royal Bank of Scotland International Limited trading as NatWest International (NatWest International). Registered Office: P.O. Box 64, Royal Bank House, 71 Bath Street, St. Helier, Jersey JE4 8PJ. Tel. 01534 282850. 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Las laurentins-ED59 SPRING-2018-Q1.qxp_Layout 1 26/02/2018 15:39 Page 6 p6 Spring 2018 Parish matters – from the Connétable Welcome to the Spring FDEL edition of Les Laurentins.