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ENTERTAINMENT
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SPORT
By Marijke Cox Year’s Eve and 4am the following day; a 20 Gills sign duo
[email protected] per cent increase on the previous year.
While not all were a direct result of al-
in hunt for title
AS HOSPITALS across the county felt the cohol, the vast majority were caused by
strain of a booze-fuelled night of New Year people drinking too heavily.
celebrations, health chiefs have warned It is, however, the tip of the iceberg on a MARTIN Allen wasted no time
of the mounting millions excess alcohol is year-round problem facing Kent, with ex- in adding new blood to his
costing the public purse. perts claiming admissions to hospital for pacesetting Gillingham side
Emergency operators said, at its peak, alcohol-related illnesses cost the NHS £34 when the transfer window
there were four calls every minute going million in the county last year alone. opened this week.
to ambulance staff, with more than 1,540 And that figure does not take into account The Gills will be looking to
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(cid:78)(cid:0)News................2-25 Awareness is vital to stopping binge drinking
(cid:78)(cid:0)Comment/Feedback 26-27
(cid:78)(cid:0)Kent Remembered .....28
Continued from front page And worryingly, the number drink, so people in their 20s, She stressed that binge drink- crime is related to alcohol.”
INSIDE of alcohol-related hospital ad- 30s, 40s and 50s. ing – which amounts to around She stressed that health pro-
admissions to accident and missions for the county for “It’s the working age who four pints of beer for men and fessionals were not trying to
(cid:7)(cid:23)(cid:29)(cid:15)(cid:25)(cid:13)(cid:25)(cid:11)(cid:16)(cid:27)(cid:1) (cid:19)(cid:20)(cid:18)(cid:12)(cid:12)(cid:20)
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Kent(cid:12)(cid:23)(cid:19)W(cid:12)(cid:16)(cid:31)(cid:12)(cid:1)(cid:1)(cid:17)(cid:1)(cid:27)(cid:13)(cid:10)(cid:18)(cid:13)(cid:11)(cid:12)(cid:15)(cid:24)(cid:6)(cid:1)(cid:4)(cid:26)(cid:27)(cid:11)(cid:15)(cid:19)(cid:11)(cid:22)e(cid:26)(cid:26)(cid:1) eken(cid:19)(cid:10)(cid:27)(cid:26)(cid:17)(cid:23)(cid:12)(cid:27)(cid:15)(cid:23)(cid:28)(cid:12)(cid:18)(cid:21)(cid:22)(cid:1)(cid:25)(cid:17)(cid:1)(cid:14)(cid:10)(cid:26)(cid:24)d(cid:1)(cid:24)(cid:13)(cid:27)(cid:1)(cid:12)(cid:23)(cid:15)(cid:12)(cid:25)(cid:1)(cid:13)(cid:26)(cid:18)(cid:6)(cid:22)(cid:18)(cid:11)(cid:17)(cid:6)(cid:16)(cid:20)(cid:23)(cid:1)(cid:1)(cid:29) which 35 per cent are linked to higher than the south east’s the damage it does if they’re en – usually made headlines “It’s about drinking sensi-
booze – or GP visits, meaning average of 70,574. having a drink everyday. due to problems it causes such bly,” she said. “People don’t al-
the ultimate cost is likely to be The number of deaths was Drinking contributes to obesi- as public disorder. ways know how much is too
considerably more. also 420, compared to the re- ty, high blood pressure, heart “I think having a drink is much. Just because someone
All of which will be sobering gion’s 120 average. disease – it’s not bad for some- part of British culture; going to doesn’t feel drunk, it doesn’t
statistics to those vowing to go Consultant for Kent Public one to have a drink, but when the pub, socialising with mean it’s not doing damage.”
easy on the booze as part of Heath, Jess Mookherjee, said it turns into a bottle of wine a friends. I think it’s wonderful; Despite the belief that lots of
their new year’s resolutions. that – compared to national night, it’s a problem. it’s good for social cohesion. under-18s drink alcohol, a re-
Kent’s health professionals figures – people in the county “People won’t feel great the What people worry about is cent NHS survey in Kent found
(cid:20)(cid:28)(cid:25)(cid:28)(cid:29)(cid:37)(cid:2)(cid:31)(cid:22)(cid:30)(cid:25)(cid:35) urge people to drink sensibly drank alcohol responsibly, but morning after binge drinking, binge drinking, hazardous that, apart from a small minor-
and be aware of the long term they still needed to be aware of but a few days off alcohol and drinking. ity, young people are steering
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(cid:8)(cid:5)(cid:5)(cid:1)(cid:7)(cid:4)(cid:6)(cid:5)(cid:1)(cid:3)(cid:2) effects of frequent alcohol use. the longer term impacts. the body will recover – it’s “This costs money, not just clear of booze.
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(cid:78)(cid:0)Interview ..............31 Concern revealed 15 per cent that just youngsters go out and long-term damage. But people fallen over, but damage to calls to its emergency and
of people in Kent are drinking get drunk, explainging: “Gen- don’t always think about this property, costs to policing, for non-emergency numbers
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at a level which increases the erally, it’s the people with and it’s later in life when the ef- magistrates and so on. over New Year’s Eve, of
(cid:78)(cid:0)LEISURE risk of damaging their health. money in their pockets who fects become known.” “A quarter of all violent which 1,890 were 999 calls.
Attractions, events, stage,
exhibitions, theatre, arts,
HEALTH
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Hospitals finally beginning to recover
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(cid:78)(cid:0)Business ..........46-47
(cid:78)(cid:0)Training and careers....48 from highly contagious vomiting bug
(cid:78)(cid:0)Driving .............51-56
(cid:78)(cid:0)Jobs & Notices......57-61
(cid:78)(cid:0)Sport..............62-63
Weather By Marijke Cox WHAT TO DO IF YOU HAVE NOROVIRUS knows it is very unpleasant.
[email protected] “If you think you may have the illness
then it is important to maintain good
(cid:14)(cid:5) PATIENTS and staff at hospitals across (cid:78) Drink water to avoid dehydration. than a few days or if you already have hand hygiene to help prevent it spread-
(cid:14)(cid:5) Kent are recovering from winter vomit- (cid:78) Take paracetamol for any fever or a serious illness. ing. We also advise that people stay
(cid:1) ing bug the norovirus after health chiefs aches and pains. (cid:78) Extra care should be taken to away from hospitals, schools and care
(cid:14)(cid:5) (cid:14)(cid:5) were forced to close several wards. (cid:78) If you feel like eating, eat foods that prevent babies and small children homes as these environments are par-
Warnings were issued to relatives are easy to digest. who are vomiting or have diarrhoea ticularly prone to outbreaks.”
and friends wanting to visit loved ones (cid:78) Stay at home and don’t go to the from dehydrating, by giving them Norovirus can be transmitted by con-
(cid:14)(cid:5) to stay away, to try and stem the out- doctor, because norovirus is conta- plenty of fluids. Babies and young tact with contaminated surfaces or ob-
break of the bug, which causes severe gious and there is nothing the doctor children can still drink milk. jects, by contact with an infected per-
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(cid:21)(cid:23)(cid:35)(cid:23)(cid:26)(cid:21)(cid:31)(cid:28)(cid:25)(cid:19)(cid:18)(cid:30)(cid:23)(cid:39)(cid:39)(cid:24)(cid:19)(cid:2)(cid:8)(cid:19)(cid:26)(cid:33)(cid:24)(cid:19)(cid:36)(cid:23)(cid:26)(cid:18)(cid:31)(cid:2)(cid:9)(cid:16)(cid:37) vomiting and diarrhoea. can do while you have it. (cid:78) Don’t worry if you are pregnant and son, or by the consumption of
(cid:33)(cid:19)(cid:25)(cid:29)(cid:45)(cid:40)(cid:46)(cid:32)(cid:4)(cid:42)(cid:48)(cid:1)(cid:40)(cid:50)(cid:48)(cid:7)(cid:41)(cid:2)(cid:13)(cid:9)(cid:8)(cid:6)(cid:4)(cid:5)(cid:13)(cid:10)(cid:4)(cid:24)(cid:28)(cid:34)(cid:18)(cid:38)(cid:2) William Harvey Hospital in Ashford (cid:78) However, contact your GP to seek you get norovirus: there is no risk to contaminated food or water.
(cid:4)(cid:22)(cid:16)(cid:26)(cid:17)(cid:19)(cid:28)(cid:20)(cid:18)(cid:30)(cid:23)(cid:39)(cid:39)(cid:24)(cid:19)(cid:2)(cid:9)(cid:23)(cid:26)(cid:33)(cid:19)(cid:25)(cid:29)(cid:47)(cid:40)(cid:45)(cid:4)(cid:42)(cid:48)(cid:44)(cid:40)(cid:48)(cid:1)(cid:7)(cid:41)(cid:2) and the Queen Elizabeth Queen Mother advice if your symptoms last longer your unborn child. Symptoms include a sudden onset of
(cid:13)(cid:9)(cid:2)(cid:1)(cid:15)(cid:32)(cid:12)(cid:5)(cid:6)(cid:4)(cid:5)(cid:13)(cid:6)(cid:2)(cid:3)(cid:11)(cid:3)(cid:4)(cid:9)(cid:6)(cid:4)(cid:7)(cid:10) in Margate were both affected but a vomiting and/or diarrhoea. Some peo-
(cid:3)(cid:18)(cid:23)(cid:13)(cid:19) (cid:5)(cid:16)(cid:2)(cid:16)(cid:8) (cid:15)(cid:2)(cid:5) (cid:14)(cid:17)(cid:2)(cid:14)(cid:1) (cid:18)(cid:2)(cid:17) spokesman said wards have now been ple may have a temperature, headache
(cid:6)(cid:11)(cid:19)(cid:14)(cid:11)(cid:21)(cid:13) (cid:5)(cid:18)(cid:2)(cid:12)(cid:5) (cid:16)(cid:2)(cid:12) (cid:14)(cid:1)(cid:2)(cid:14)(cid:13) (cid:16)(cid:2)(cid:8) reopened. a ward for five days in November due to “Do not bring children with you and and stomach cramps.
(cid:8)(cid:21)(cid:6)(cid:11)(cid:19)(cid:24)(cid:25)(cid:20) (cid:14)(cid:5)(cid:2)(cid:16)(cid:12) (cid:16)(cid:2)(cid:1) (cid:8)(cid:12)(cid:2)(cid:8)(cid:17) (cid:16)(cid:2)(cid:15) Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS an outbreak of the illness. do not visit if you are at all unwell.” There are no long term effects.
(cid:14)(cid:3)(cid:3)(cid:7)(cid:1)(cid:5)(cid:3)(cid:1)(cid:2) Trust also confirmed it was caring for Norovirus lasts for up to three days Health Protection Agency (HPA) fig-
(cid:6)(cid:18)(cid:17)(cid:12)(cid:11)(cid:24) (cid:9)(cid:16)(cid:37)(cid:46)(cid:32)(cid:4) (cid:9)(cid:23)(cid:26)(cid:49)(cid:4) people with norovirus at Maidstone and but patients can stay contagious for 48 ures show the number of cases nation- STOP THE SPREAD
(cid:9)(cid:22)(cid:13)(cid:20)(cid:12)(cid:11)(cid:24) (cid:9)(cid:16)(cid:37)(cid:46)(cid:32)(cid:4) (cid:9)(cid:23)(cid:26)(cid:47)(cid:4) Tunbridge Wells hospitals. hours after symptoms go. ally had risen by 72 per cent compared
(cid:10)(cid:13)(cid:12)(cid:17)(cid:13)(cid:20)(cid:12)(cid:11)(cid:24) (cid:9)(cid:16)(cid:37)(cid:46)(cid:27)(cid:4) (cid:9)(cid:23)(cid:26)(cid:47)(cid:4) So far there have been no reported A hospital spokesman said: “You can to the same period last year. (cid:78) Wash your hands frequently.
(cid:9)(cid:15)(cid:22)(cid:19)(cid:20)(cid:12)(cid:11)(cid:24) (cid:9)(cid:16)(cid:37)(cid:46)(cid:27)(cid:4) (cid:9)(cid:23)(cid:26)(cid:48)(cid:4) cases at Darent Valley Hospital or Med- help reduce the risk to our patients by John Harris, an expert in norovirus (cid:78) Do not share towels and flannels.
(cid:5)(cid:19)(cid:16)(cid:12)(cid:11)(cid:24) (cid:9)(cid:16)(cid:37)(cid:45)(cid:4) (cid:9)(cid:23)(cid:26)(cid:48)(cid:4) way Maritime Hospital. However, the visiting only if absolutely necessary – from the HPA, said: “Norovirus is very (cid:78) Disinfect any surfaces that an
(cid:8)(cid:11)(cid:21)(cid:22)(cid:19)(cid:12)(cid:11)(cid:24) (cid:9)(cid:16)(cid:37)(cid:1)(cid:4) (cid:9)(cid:23)(cid:26)(cid:44)(cid:4) Gillingham hospital was forced to close and please call the ward first for advice. contagious, and anyone who has had it infected person has touched.
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NEWS IN BRIEF
Richard is hot
(cid:177)(cid:0)Victim, 102, loses frame
stuff when it
A 102-year-old woman has been left devastated
after her walking frame was stolen from outside
her home.
Freda McGregor, who lives in a retirement
comes to the complex off West Street in Wrothan, says she is
now virtually housebound.
Worth £177, it has four wheels, a basket, a
seat and is described as black or dark-coloured.
taste of curry It was pinched from outside her front door
between December 19-21.
(cid:177)(cid:0)Head stuck in escalator
FIRE crews had to use a saw to remove part of
By Chris Murphy Mr Beesley, who won a na- an escalator after a 12-year-old boy got his head
[email protected] tional competition, said: “I use jammed between the moving walkway and a
my curry-making skills to im- wall at a book shop in Canterbury.
WHILE curry shows no sign of press my wife a few times a The youngster got stuck at the Waterstones
relinquishing its grip on its week and my friends at least store on New Year’s Eve. A shop customer saw
claim to the title of the nation’s once a month. he was in trouble and pressed the emergency
most popular food, one man “My eldest child is autistic, so stop button.
will enter 2013 tasked with I love to make curries for the A fire spokesman said: “How he got stuck we
perhaps the dream job – official other parents and children in don’t know, but fortunately he was not injured.”
taster for one of the biggest his group. I really feel like it
names in the business. brings us all together. It is (cid:177)(cid:0)Did you see fatal crash?
Richard Beesley, from Ton- much healthier for my body
bridge, will prove there are and my bank balance since I’ve POLICE are appealing for witnesses following a
‘naan’ better at distinguishing discovered cooking Indian fatal crash in Old Tovil Road, Maidstone, on New
the different tastes in each of dishes at home instead of get- Year’s Day which killed a pedestrian in his 30s
the exotic dishes when he starts ting takeaways or eating out.” and left a woman fighting for her life.
work as official taster for curry He admits his love of curries Valdis Labeckis, 21, of Old Tovil Road, has
giants Patak’s in 2013. developed while he was a stu- been charged with causing death by dangerous
He will be involved at the dent at university, when he be- driving after the incident at 2.30am. Witnesses,
forefront of Patak’s new prod- came a dab hand at turning including a group near the scene of the accident,
uct development in their inno- leftovers into a curry treat. should contact police on 01622 798538.
vation kitchen, where he will Anjali Pathak, whose family
try dozens of new dishes and started the Patak’s business (it GOOD TASTE: Richard Beesley
have a say in the creation of dropped the ‘h’ in the brand won a national competition
new products. name some years ago) added:
In addition, he will receive “It is the first time that we at Ms Pathak will visit his home
batches of curries to his door- Patak’s have invited a member and hold a cooking masterclass
step throughout the year to of the public to play a part in to provide a few tips on how to
taste and offer his feedback on. developing our range, so we’re create the perfect home-cooked
And he’s ready for the chal- all very excited to see what he curry for his family and friends.
lenge, after a lifetime of devo- has to contribute and feed back Mr Beesley also won a year’s
tion to the spicy dishes. to us.” supply of Patak’s products.
CRIME
Elderly man hit by shopping trolley
on Boxing Day in critical condition
Picture: STACEY HARRIS
A 60-YEAR-OLD man remains in a critical
condition after a woman allegedly rammed him
with a shopping trolley in a branch of Marks and
Spencer.
He fell to the floor and suffered a broken hip
and wrist. After being taken to hospital he
suffered complications and became critically ill.
The incident happened at The Glades
shopping complex in Bromley in the run-up to
Christmas.
A 30-year-old woman was arrested on
suspicion of grievous bodily harm on Boxing
Day and was bailed to return on Tuesday,
January 29.
A Scotland Yard spokesman said: “On
December 26, officers were informed that the
man had suffered further health complications
and that he was now in a critical condition.
“Officers subsequently arrested a 30-year-old
woman on suspicion of grievous bodily harm.”
An M&S spokesman said: “We can confirm
that an incident took place at our Bromley store INCIDENT: The man was allegedly rammed by a
on Saturday, December 22. woman in Marks & Spencer in The Glades centre
“We are assisting the police with their
investigation and therefore it would not be officers should call Bromley CID on 020 8284
appropriate for us to comment any further.” 8811, 101 or talk anonymously to Crimestoppers
Anybody with information that could assist on 0800 555 111.
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AWARD
‘Death Valley’ Jack named among the county’s
great and the good in New Year’s Honours List
By Nick Ames
THOSE KENT PEOPLE RECOGNISED FOR ALL THEIR FINE WORK DOWN THE DECADES
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ART, music, sport and charity work were among KNIGHTHOODS Integrity, Benefit Centres Directorate. For services to the Covent Garden Market Tenants Association. For services to
the fields in which people from Kent were recog- Professor George BERWICK, CBE, headteacher Ravens delivery of benefits and to charity. (Ashford) the food and catering industries. (Horton Kirby)
nised in the New Year’s Honours List. Wood School, Bromley. For services to education. Deborah LEEK-BAILEY headteacher Babington House Albert FURZE, education consultant and lately
School, Bromley and member of the independent/state headteacher, Bradstow Special Educational Needs School,
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cricket president Mike Denness who collected an Companions of the Order of the Bath employment relations and sustainable development. (Kent) Street. For services to the Prime Minister’s Office. (West
OBE; and reclusive singer Kate Bush, who was Tthree vaocrtu LaLriAalN pWroAfeRsNsEio,n g aonvde rpnumbelinc tf iancatnucaersy .a Fnodr tsoe rpvuibcelisc to KLaendty. (JDuelaial) PENDER. For services to the community in LWaicwkrheanmc)e LYLE. For services to archaeology and local
born in Bexleyheath. She received a CBE. service pension reform. (Sevenoaks) Ashley ROBERTS, deputy head automotive unit, history through the Kent Archaeological Society.
Others included char- Department for Business, Innovation and Skills. For (Canterbury).
ity fundraiser ‘Death ORDER OF THE BRITISH EMPIRE services to the UK automotive industry. (Kent) Dr Geetha NAGASUBRAMANIAN, consultant gynaecolo-
Valley’ Jack Denness Commanders of the Order of the British Empire Professor Janet TREASURE, psychiatrist, eating disorder gist, head of service, Tower Hamlets contraception and
Helen DEEBLE, chief executive P&O Ferries division and unit, South London Maudsley Hospital NHS Foundation sexual health services, Barts Health NHS Trust, London.
(inset), from Rochester, president UK Chamber of Shipping. For services to the Trust, Kings College London. For services to people with For services to women and young people. (Orpington)
who received an MBE. shipping industry. (Canterbury) eating disorders. (Faversham) Kenneth REEDIE, lately curator Canterbury Museum
At 77, he has raised Tracey EMIN, artist. For services to the arts. (Margate) Service. For services to museums in Kent. (Canterbury)
more than £100,000 Pauline HAYES, deputy director and head department ORDER OF THE BRITISH EMPIRE Elizabeth SEABROOK, administrator insurance company.
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of gruelling marathons. (Tunbridge Wells). services to child health and protection. (Kent) to sport. (Shorne)
After giving up Professor Leslie IVERSEN, chair Advisory Council on the John BLACKBURN, founder and managing director Joan THORNYCROFT. For services to the beauty therapy
smoking aged 45, the Misuse of Drugs. For services to pharmacology. (Sevenoaks) Canterbury Bears. For services to manufacturing and industry. (Cranbrook)
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completed 12, 135- Olympic and Paralympic Games. (Otford) For services to higher education. (Sevenoaks) Medallist of the Order of the British Empire
mile Badwater Ultra marathons through the Ne- John BURTON, director of development Westfield and Frederick CORDIER, master ropemaker. For services to John ASHWORTH, basketball coach. For voluntary service
vada desert in heat that reaches 55 degrees. director Westfield Stratford City. For services to urban ropemaking. (Chatham) to basketball and the community in Bromley. (Bromley)
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London Marathon 12 times – to raise cash for Association. For services to housing and tenants. Canterbury Hospital. For services to the NHS. (Canterbury) Anne HAWKINS. For services to elderly people in
causes to help children with conditions such as (Tonbridge) Peter FOWLER, market trader and former president of the Hildenborough. (Tonbridge)
Howard COLLINS. For services to the London 2012
cerebral palsy.
Olympic and Paralympic Games and London
On hearing the news Mr Denness sais: “I was Underground. (Tunbridge Wells)
shocked they would give this to me.” Dean CREAMER, deputy head, UK-wide operations,
His namesake, Mike Denness, president of Kent government Olympic executive. For preparatory
services to the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic
County Cricket Club in 2012 and former club cap-
Games. (Kent)
tain, said: “I am absolutely delighted, and over the Michael DENNESS, president Kent County Cricket
moon that this has come my way. I never expect- Club. For services to sport.
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junctions one and Meanwhile, in an unrelated incident, two
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bound carriageway of a stabbing in Gillingham. The incident also took
the motorway just place in the early hours of January 1.
before 8pm. Stuart Porter, 18, of Buttermere Close in
His widow Tracie Gillingham has been charged with section 18
Clark said life would grievous bodily harm - which is causing harm
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again”. A 17-year-old from Rochester, who cannot be
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to three children. It was the eve of his only with the same offence.
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ENTERTAINMENT
Festival will return despite difficult debut
By Chris Britcher They were supported by Leeds we’re already in talks with bands SHOWS HIT HIGHS AND LOWS IN 2012
[email protected] stars the Wedding Present, with lo- with a view to them performing.
cal bands making up the bill. “The PiL show wasn’t sold out, but
ORGANISERS of a music festival, But, similar to other festivals dur- the group suffered disappointing
headlined last year by former Sex ing 2012, they were hit by disap- sales on their tour, so it wasn’t just
Pistols frontman John Lydon, say pointing weather in the run-up to us. They are extremely well received
they hope to reach an agreement the event, and lack-lustre ticket critically, but I think they possibly
with local authorities to return this sales. lacked that cross-over appeal. They
summer. Now, however, organiser Matt loved the venue though, and thought
The Music Event One (ME1) Festi- Peacock is hopeful ME1 will return it was fantastic.
val took place in Rochester last July for 2013. “The pubs nearby saw a real boost
and saw Mr Lydon make a rare ap- Mr Peacock explained: “We are in to their trade too. But, by its very na-
pearance in the county, fronting his talks with Medway Council which ture, it was a case of suck it and see to
critically acclaimed band Public Im- will hopefully see us return to Ro- a certain extent.
age Ltd (PiL). chester Castle Gardens, and “Commercially, ME1 remains
something of a work in progress
but the feedback we received
from those who attended and the
music press was very positive and
we were pleased. Our relationship
with the council is good and we LAST year was a watershed on sale with a scheduled start date
hope to have an agreement soon.” moment for some of the county’s of July 5.
Hopes of expanding ME1 into major music festivals. Canterbury’s Lounge on the Farm
a two-day festival have been put The Hop Farm Festival in Paddock came in for fierce criticism from the
on ice for 2013, but there is long Wood – headlined by Bob Dylan, police in 2011, but upped its game in
term ambition to build it up into Peter Gabriel and Suede – made a 2012 to iron out the issues and win
a well-respected, well-attended, an- loss due to disappointing ticket sales the plaudits. Organisers are
nual event. and the company behind it went into currently working on the 2013 event.
Mr Peacock, who was born and administration. The rights to the Hop And Quex Park looks likely to
bred in Medway, and has involve- Farm Festival are currently tied up continue to build on its base of
ment in an independent publishing by liquidators and administrators. It festivals, which in 2012 saw one day
company and record label, says he looks extremely unlikely it will headlined by indie stars James and
hopes to hear from the council later return in 2013, although tickets are the other by Olly Murs.
HEADLINE: John Lydon’s Public Image Limited closed the first ME1 festival this month.
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TECHNOLOGY
Delivery of super-fast broadband for all homes
to start in 2014 once network supplier is found
By Marijke Cox SO, HOW FAST WILL IT BE?
[email protected]
MILLIONS of pounds of government funding to THE scheme looks to ensure 90 per cent of
improve broadband connections to every house- properties in the county access super-fast
hold in Kent is due to be made available as part broadband of 24Mbps or above – which
of the county’s Broadband Delivery UK project. enables a film, for example, to be downloaded
It means the £43 million scheme, led by Kent in around 15 minutes or an MP3 in seconds.
County Council (KCC), is on track to deliver At full speed, a 24Mpbs connection is
either super-fast or sufficient broadband connec- capable of downloading one gigabyte of data
tion to everyone by 2015. in about five minutes.
The latest update by KCC suggests the start of The remaining 10 per cent should be able
the roll-out in 2014, when the first services are to access 2Mbps – a film download speed of
due to come online. approximately three or four hours or about
The Kent and Medway BDUK project is part of a an hour for one-gig of data.
nationwide drive to ensure all households have Most ‘on-demand’ TV services – such as
internet access. KCC is investing more than £10m BT Vision or some Sky services – suggest
and the Government £9.87m. The remaining speeds of at least 2-3Mbps for trouble-free
funds will come from a network operator. use.
Next week, KCC’s policy and resources cabinet
committee will discuss entering into a contract
to deliver the Kent and Medway BDUK project as had been made so far. county will benefit from improved broadband first. tinue to make contact to highlight concerns over
well as entering into a grant agreement to draw- It said: “The evaluation of the tender submis- A KCC spokesman said: “It will not be possible the impacts of poor quality rural broadband
down the £9.87m of government funding. sions will begin in mid January, with state aid to confirm the geological phasing for the roll-out infrastructure and its impact on growth.
The latest move is in contrast to the national and government sign-off for the project being until after the procurement has been completed More than 16,500 registrations have been re-
drive, which has faced setbacks caused by issues sought in February and March to enable con- and initial survey work has been undertaken.” ceived in the Make Kent Quicker campaign in
surrounding state aid approval. tract award in April 2013.” It means some rural communities which response to poor broadband access.
But Kent is on track to see the scheme deliv- It means a network supplier being in place by struggle with slow connection – and sometimes Earlier this year, fibre broadband was installed
ered by the national 2015 deadline. the spring. no connection at all – must continue the frus- in areas across the county as part of an upgrade
In a report to the cabinet committee, those be- But despite the positive feeling surrounding the trating wait for better services. of BT’s infrastructure with the aim of improving
hind the project stated that “excellent progress” scheme, it is not yet known which areas of the KCC said local businesses and residents con- speeds.
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