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THE PARISH OF ST LAWRENCE ISSUE 49
Present arms
1781 Jersey Militia honour
historic St Lawrence forebears
Summer 2015
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In this edition
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Fleur’s fabulous
flowers
Keeping up a winning
family tradition
Welcome
Isn’t it good to see
the sun shining?
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How fortunate we are to live on such a beautiful Island, and in
such a lovely parish. And yet there are times when it’s easy to
lose sight of this. So in this edition you will find a few gentle
reminders. We meet new resident Mark Proudfoot, for example,
who chose to live in Jersey ahead of some of the world’s most
desirable locations. Newly qualified Blue Badge Guide Roger
Noel leads us on one of his favourite walks, which happens to be
in St Lawrence. And we meet Major Danny Wright, whose role is
dealing with the many requests by members of the armed
forces who are hoping to come and train Jersey.
Talking of armed forces, our front cover has a rather
spectacular military theme as members of the 1781 Militia
unleash a volley. Inside you will find more pictures from this
event, which took place to commemorate two Parishioners who
died defending Jersey over 200 years ago. We also have a picture
feature dedicated to a more recent conflict as the Island and St
Lawrence came together to mark the 70th anniversary of
Liberation. See if you can spot a familiar face or two.
In addition, you will find an abundance of other items to
enjoy: news, views, updates, stories and features. It truly is a
packed edition, and at 40 pages, the largest Les Laurentins to
date. Let the sun keep on shining!
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French friends enjoy
their time in Jersey
P12 PARISH FACES:
meet Mark Proudfoot
Newcomers settle into
local ways
Not every day, of course – this is a typical Jersey
summer after all. But when the sun does show its face,
is there a better place in the world to be?
Les Laurentins
Twinning news
By the left…
Honouring the Parish
fallen
Liberation Day:
home and away
Images from the special
occasion
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A walk through
St Lawrence
With Roger Noel, Blue
Badge Guide
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From the Rector
Plans for the church
agreed
Parish
vacancies
Honorary Police
There are many who contribute to our Parish life and community,
in a variety of ways. If you are interested in becoming involved, we
are looking for people to join us as Constable’s Officers within the
Honorary Police. Please contact the Parish Hall for more details.
Les Laurentins Coordinator / Editor
At the present time, Les Laurentins is being coordinated / edited
with the support of the magazine producer, MediaMasters.
If someone in the Parish would like to take on the exciting
role of coordinator / editor, then please contact the
Connétable at the Parish Hall for a discussion. Full support
will be provided.
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Parish matters
– from the Connétable
ST LAWRENCE
LIBERATION 70 PROJECT
The Moignard
Liberation Garden
Thank you to everyone who came to the
Parish Assembly held on 17 June and
supported my proposal to use the bequest
from the late Mr John Moignard to fund our
new garden and parking in Field 525, close to
the Parish Church. It will be known as the
Moignard Liberation Garden and will be a
fitting project for the Parish to undertake in
this Liberation 70 year, particularly as its
creation will be at no cost to the ratepayer.
Proposed originally by Parishioners during
the consultation process on road safety (as
part of the Village Improvement Plan), we will
be creating a garden with a play-trail area for
children, a petanque terrain and a covered
seating area, as well as a 22-space car park.
Paths will lead to La Route de l’Eglise and all
the nearby village facilities and amenities.
As part of the road safety initiative, we plan
to create a new pathway through the grounds
of St Lawrence School. It will exit from the
sports field onto La Grande Route de St
Laurent, thereby allowing us to walk almost
continually off-road from the new garden
towards Three Oaks. This will also be funded
from the bequest.
Some of you may have known John
Moignard, who was born on 18 March 1921
and brought up at various addresses in St
Lawrence until he left home to marry Kitty. He
had left school at 14 and learned his trade at St
Helier Garages before starting in business aged
17 as Moignard’s Garage, where he was known
as a talented engineer, able to solve most
problems.
During the Occupation, he repaired
everything, from bicycles to saucepans, using
rubber tyres to sole shoes as shortages took
hold and even building a windmill to charge
batteries and supply electricity to his garage.
Following a tip-off for having radio parts in
his possession, he was imprisoned in Newgate
Street Prison and then moved to a prison in
France for six months.
On his return to Jersey he went back to
work and, undaunted by his prison experience,
he helped to prepare and launch a small boat
from Bel Royal in which Denis Vibert escaped
before being picked up in the Isle of Wight. At
about this time, he acquired some land at Bel
Royal and built a modern garage workshop,
with forecourt and petrol pumps, which he
kept until his retirement in 1985. He then sold
the site, which is where Roberts Garage is now
situated. He has been described to me by his
close friends, Brian and Audrey Moody, as being
a ‘colourful character who enjoyed life’.
They are certain that he would be delighted
to know that his name will live on in St
Lawrence as we create in his memory, and to
celebrate 70 years of Liberation, the Moignard
Liberation Garden.
Parish Hall awards
We cannot fail to have noticed how colourful
the Parish Hall has been this summer, with
poppies and lavender flowering in the war
memorial garden, contrasting with the glorious
tubs and hanging baskets.
We received a Gold Award in the recent
Parish in Bloom competition, the judges telling
us that we had an excellent all round display of
tubs and baskets, and delightful war memorial
planting. The RJA&HS awarded us second place
in the Parish Hall competition, when they told
us that we had great colours and nice all round
planting.
So well done and thanks to Parish
Groundsman David Vibert, who has maintained
these to such a high standard. You have done
us proud!
Deidre Mezbourian
Connétable
de St Laurent
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ParishNews
Defibrillator installed
at Parish Hall
As part of an Island-wide
rollout, a defibrillator was
recently installed at the Parish
Hall. Located at the rear of
the building, it’s one of an
extensive network of such
devices put in place by St
John’s Ambulance.
Defibrillators, which use electric
current to restart the heart, can
make a live-saving difference. In
any medical emergency or cardiac
arrest, the first thing anyone
should do is dial 999. The operator
will then be able to tell them if
there is a defibrillator machine
nearby.
This latest device is one of over
200 installed in the Island, leading
to Jersey being dubbed the most ‘heart-friendly place in the world’.
For information on defibrillator training visit www.stjohnambulancejersey.com.
Aveling returns
In previous editions of Les Laurentins, we
have featured news on the former Parish
steamroller, called Aveling. The latest
update is an important one: the
impressive vehicle has now returned to
Jersey after many years in the UK.
Back in the 1970s, owner John Young agreed to give
Don Pallot of Trinity first refusal if the steamroller ever
came up for sale.
This old
commitment was
honoured recently,
following a decision
to sell Aveling. As a
result, Sam Pallot,
son of the late Don,
bought the
steamroller and
transported it back
for display at the
family’s Trinity Steam
Museum. Welcome home.
Above: Returning home to Jersey
Below: Earlier days on the Island
Below left: Aveling on display in the UK
Drip or a splash?
Parishioner Caroline Evans recently visited the
Jersey Cheshire Home (JCH) to see their very
impressive facilities, which provide
independence and choice for the disabled.
JCH, which is located at Rope Walk in St Helier, has a
special hydrotherapy swimming pool centre that it shares
with both disabled residents and many other Islanders,
young and old. The pool is also used by local community
groups. Caroline’s visit coincided with JCH’s current ‘Big
Splash’ fund-raising campaign, which aims to cover the
costs of upgrading the facilities. She wanted to share this
information with fellow Parishioners in case they too can
help make a difference by donating either a ‘little drip or
an impressive splash’, and so help JCH reach its target for
this worthy project.
For more information on how to donate, please go to
www.jerseycheshirehome.je or email
[email protected] or post a donation
to Sarah Stevens, Jersey Cheshire Home, Eric Young
House, Rope Walk, St Helier, JE2 4UU.
ST LAWRENCE LADIES’
Action Group
In July, the SLAGs enjoyed a very pleasant
afternoon drive for their summer outing, which
concluded with a delicious tea at the St Brelade’s
Bay Hotel. Thoroughly enjoyed by all, it’s just a
shame that more people didn’t come along.
There is a jumble sale coming up on Saturday 24 October.
Anyone with anything to dispose of is welcome to get in
touch. Following this comes the group’s Christmas Fair on
21 November, with any donated Christmas decorations
gratefully received.
Bingo evenings continue on the first Tuesday of each
month, with proceeds from the one taking place on 3
November going to the group’s chosen charity.
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Things to do
and News bites
Social evening and board games
Green fingered
friends
Please come along to an evening incorporating
a variety of card and board games at the Parish
Hall. Dates are in the Parish Diary – note that
this year there is an earlier start time of 7.15pm.
The
cost will be £1 for refreshments and
Friendship Club
The Jersey Gardening Club regularly meets
The Friendship Club meets at the Parish Hall proceeds will go to the Connétable’s charity.
Any queries, or for further information please at St Lawrence Parish Hall. Les Laurentins
on the last Wednesday of every month at
contact
Rose Luce on 863197.
asked President Jennifer Rendell to let
2.30pm. Anyone without transport wishing to
come along can contact Dawn Emmanuel St Lawrence Community Market
readers know more about this popular local
on 862132.
We look forward to seeing everyone at our next institution.
market. We are always ready to welcome new
stallholders as well as customers, and if anyone
would like a stall to sell their goods – especially
if they differ from those of existing stallholders please contact Sue on 861835.
Croquet
Jersey Croquet Club at Les Quennevais Sports
Centre is looking for new members. For
details please contact Elizabeth on 741879.
Mobile Library Service
This service is at Millbrook Park on Monday
between 9.55 – 10.15am and the Maillard
Memorial Hall Glencoe between 2.15 –
3.00pm, and on Thursday at La Providence
between 3.55 – 4.15pm.
Scottish Country Dancing
Beginners with no partners required. Every
Thursday. First Tower School 7.30 to 8.45pm.
Contact Joy on 862205 or email
[email protected], or contact Alan
on 484375 or email
[email protected] for further
details.
Bridge club
Rebels Bridge Club takes place at Trinity Parish
Hall every Wednesday evening. Play will be
from 7.00pm to around 10.00pm. Table charge
is £3 per evening.
For more information contact Stephen
on 483760 or 07797 716759 or visit
www.bridgewebs.com/rebels.
St Lawrence Parish Church
Cafe Calm is now open from 10.00am to
1.00pm every Wednesday so please come
and join us for coffee and cake.
It was back in 1982 that Mike Bisson, then working at the JEP,
held a meeting with other gardening enthusiasts to consider
forming an association of like-minded people. Mike went on to
become the Jersey Gardening Club’s first president following an
inaugural meeting at Trinity Parish Hall.
Today, the club’s meetings take place at St Lawrence Parish
Hall, on the third Tuesday of every month, and start at 8.00pm.
Before each, members can to browse the ‘Sales Table’, with
gardening related items on offer. There are magazines, books,
plant pots and garden paraphernalia along with homemade
cakes and jams. The summer months are especially good for
picking up seedlings and plants grown by members, usually at
bargain prices.
There is also a monthly competition table called ‘Looking
Good in the Garden’, where members can display anything
interesting currently growing in their garden or house. Everyone
votes for their favourite display with points awarded that
accumulate towards an annual competition cup.
The meeting formally begins at eight, with announcements
followed by a speaker. We have a mix of local and UK gardening
experts sharing their views and experience with members. After
coffee, the evening continues with the results of our ‘Looking
Good’ table and then a raffle before finishing around 10.00pm.
As well as regular meetings, in June we have our Le Seelleur
Rose Bowl competition and in September, the ‘Grow and Show’
competition. We visit a garden once a year, followed by
refreshments, which have included a meal, buffet and high tea
in recent years.
If anyone would like to come along to one of our meetings,
we would love to see you. The annual membership fee is £15 for
an individual and £25 for joint membership or
we charge a modest entrance fee of £3 per
meeting for non-members and visitors. There is
no requirement to be any sort of expert, just to
have an interest in gardening and plants. Many
members do have specific interests, but you
will find that everyone is happy to share their
knowledge and experiences.
For any further details please contact
Jennifer Rendell on telephone 07797
838204 or email
[email protected]
Left
Club members on a visit to the tropical pool house
in the garden of Jimmy and Jeannie Langlois at
Sion Hall Farm
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Fleur’s fabulous flowers
There are many things for a first-time visitor to enjoy at the Parish church. One of the
most impressive is surely the church flowers, whose vibrant colours add real warmth to the
interior. Among those responsible for these magnificent displays is prize-winning flower
arranger Fleur White, who, remarkably, follows her mother and grandmother in the role.
Fleur’s calling to flowers came on her wedding day, courtesy of a hand bouquet
that slowly disintegrated as the day went on. She had not made the bouquet in
question, it’s important to add. But watching its sad demise did lead Fleur to an
insightful conclusion: ‘I could do better than that!’ And she did.
Now flower arranging may not be one of those hobbies that springs to the top
of everyone’s must-do lists. Fleur, however, had a curious determination to find out
more about this intricate and delicate art. Perhaps the interest arose from an
awareness of a close family connection with flowers.
Grandmother Glen Romeril has been firmly responsible for arranging the
flowers in St Lawrence Church for many years, as had Fleur’s mother, Heather Neil.
As a young girl growing up in the Parish, she had been very aware of this
important community role. Fleur’s life and career in teaching had taken her away
from the Island, however, so the family connection to flowers and the church was
broken. It was only with a move back to Jersey in later life, and
following the bouquet experience, that a personal interest in
the subject began to grow.
But where to start? Like many others, Fleur enrolled in a
Highlands’ evening class that taught flower arranging. Here she
learned the basics, understanding how to use the floral foam
(or oasis) as the foundation for each creation, how to cut and
place flowers and, most importantly, how to design displays in
the most artistic way. Fleur also gained something else through
the class: a strong competitive streak that led her from gentle
pastime into the competitive side of flower arranging.
There is a strong tradition of competitive flower arranging in Jersey, with five
separate competitions held each year. The most prestigious is that arranged by the
Jersey Eisteddfod, with contestants asked to create an arrangement based on a
theme. For 2015, this was a number of popular films. Fleur chose Gravity, which
saw George Clooney and Sandra Bullock floating through space. Her
interpretation clearly found favour with the judges, who awarded her first place.
Aside from these competitive pursuits, Fleur also devoted time after returning
to the Island to helping her mother with the church flowers. For anyone not aware,
it’s a purely voluntary role requiring those responsible to regularly create or refresh
the beautiful displays found inside the church. While enjoyable, it’s still a big a
commitment in respect of both time and money, with the flowers paid for by the
arranger.
As a busy teacher at one of the Island’s secondary schools, Fleur was only able
to offer limited support at first. But following retirement and her mother’s sad
passing, the situation changed. Unable to refuse a request to follow in family
footsteps, she agreed to become part of the team working on a rota to arrange
the flowers, bringing her own skills and expertise to the task. Anyone who has
visited the church recently will know exactly how impressive this work is.
But is the line of succession safely in place for the next family generation? Sadly
it seems not. Fleur’s children were born in the UK and there they remained after
she and husband Peter returned to the Island. Indeed, wanting to be closer to
children and grandchildren has led the Whites to plan a return to England, so the
line of family flower arrangers will definitely be broken some time soon.
In the meantime, Les Laurentins encourages all Parishioners to visit the church
or a local show to enjoy Fleur’s Fabulous Flowers. Like many things of great beauty,
leave it too long and they will simply fade away.
Below inset: Fleur with her winning
pedestal, best in show RJA&HS May
2015, entitled ‘Welcome Competitors’
Below: Gravity, which won Fleur an
Eisteddfod gold
Below bottom: Fleur’s flowers in the
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News
By Dorothy Smail
from the St Lawrence
Twinning Association
We were delighted to welcome our French
friends from the Barneville-Carteret
Jumelage to the Island on Thursday 18
June. After arriving at Gorey, a coach drive
along the coast road brought them to the
Parish Hall and a warm welcome from our
Connétable and Association President
Deidre Mezbourian as well as many
members of the association.
After serving coffee and croissants, there was time for our guests to
have a stroll around the village and tour of the Parish Church. The
latter included a fascinating explanation of various aspects of the
church very kindly given by association member Mr Michael Orpin.
From the Parish Hall, everyone departed on a tour of the Island.
The early morning fog had fortunately lifted by this time, giving our
guests the opportunity to view some of our beauty spots on the
west coast including a stop at Corbière for photographs.
Continuing, the tour went along the north coast before finally
arriving at the Hotel Ambassadeur to be welcomed by our
Chairman Mr Winston le Brun and his wife Maureen.
The party (and our coach driver, who was doing a sterling job),
were then joined by more association members who had been
unable to join the coach outing. A four-course lunch followed,
which all thoroughly enjoyed.
After lunch, the coach took our French friends into St Helier and
dropped them off near the Royal Square for a spot of shopping.
Then it was another pick-up and drive back to Gorey in time for
their departure to France.
The Chairman of the Barneville-Carteret Jumelage has since
been in contact with our Chairman, Mr Winston Le Brun, to express
thanks on behalf of his members for a most enjoyable day in Jersey.
He is looking forward to welcoming our association members to
France on 17 July.
The next event in the association’s calendar will be this trip to
France on 17 July. We are departing from Gorey for
Barneville-Carteret where their Jumelage association will be our
hosts for the day. More on our activities in France to be published in
the next edition of the Parish magazine.
On 11 October, we have our AGM and luncheon at the Hotel
Ambassadeur and we already have the names of few members
who will be attending. This has always been a very popular
occasion in our calendar and very well supported. We look forward
to welcoming you all on this day.
This is an occasion for anyone in our Parish who feels that they
would like to join our Twinning Association to come along and
meet our members. We can assure you of a very warm welcome.
Old and new members wishing to join us can make their
reservation by contacting Mrs Dorothy Smail on telephone
721048 or email [email protected].
Top: Claude Bastian (Chairman,
Barneville-Carteret twinning
association), Connétable Deidre
Mezbourian and David Mezbourian
Above: A four-course lunch at the
Ambassadeur was thoroughly
enjoyed by all
Left: The visit included
a stop at Corbière to
view the lighthouse
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There are some curious road
names around the Parish.
One that rolls easily off the
tongue is ‘Le Mont du Bu de
la Rue’, a charming lane that
climbs gracefully out of
Waterworks Valley in the
general direction of Sion.
Near its top is Valley Farm,
home to recently arrived Parishioners Mark and
Claire Proudfoot. Until 2011, Mark owned one of
the internet’s biggest computer components
retailers. But after selling that business, the couple
wanted somewhere special to spend their
well-earned early ‘retirement’. Les Laurentins met
up with Mark to find out what brought them to the
Island and why they chose St Lawrence as the
place to now call home.
It was an age of opportunity. At the end of the ’90s, a booming UK
revelled in its ‘Cool Britannia’ status, led by a New Labour government
keen to encourage entrepreneurial spirits. Computing and the
internet were starting to gain real traction, spawning a new genre of
user, the ‘online gamer’. One young man spotted an opportunity.
Working out of a tiny office, Mark Proudfoot began an internet
company selling high-performance computer components. Within a
few years, it had turned into a multi-million pound business.
‘You could say I am a classic “self-made man”’, says Mark, ‘right
place, right time and selling the right products. Throw in willingness
to work hard and a bit of luck, and all the ingredients were there for
some people to make their fortune. Happily, I was one of them,
which eventually meant that Claire and I were in a position to make
some great lifestyle choices. And one of the best we made was
moving to Jersey.’
Coming to the Island followed time spent living among the
mountains of Switzerland. Mark had decided to leave the UK in 2008
after becoming more and more disillusioned with government
policies. Increasing taxation on businesses and wealthy individuals
were a strong incentive to move abroad. Yet despite the many
attractive reasons for living in Switzerland, something didn’t feel
quite right for the Proudfoots.
‘There was no question that everyone was welcoming and
friendly,’ Mark recalls, ‘but we found Swiss social life very formal and
quite reserved. It was difficult for us to adjust – it’s just not what we
are used to. Claire and I eventually sat down and asked ourselves
some searching questions about where we wanted to live and what
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Left: Mark with the reminder of a parish
connection over his shoulder
Below: Valley Farm, high up above
Waterworks Valley
we wanted to get from the life. Although Switzerland is a great place,
the country just didn’t tick all our boxes. So we started looked around for
somewhere that better suited us. At some point, Jersey came into the
conversation.’
On the recommendation of a friend, Mark and Claire first visited the
Island in October 2013. Ignoring polite suggestions that they might get
a more favourable impression by coming in the summer, they took the
opportunity for a good look around. Despite autumnal wind and rain,
the qualities of Jersey shone through for the couple. They found a
welcoming, open and quietly confident community living on a beautiful,
vibrant and well-connected island. Most importantly, there was an
instant sense that it felt like home. Eight months after that first visit, Mark
and Claire moved into their new house, which happened to be in St
Lawrence.
‘Fortunately, we received permission to live in Jersey,’ Mark explained,
‘and were able to set about looking for the ideal property. There was
plenty of encouragement to buy something on the coast, in the east or
west of the Island. Actually, we liked the centre best, it’s much more
peaceful but within easy drive of
town, the airport or the beach. St
Lawrence struck us as being at the
heart of the Island, quiet, green and
very charming. And with this place,
just look at the view you get!’
From its elevated vantage point, the vista from Valley Farm is quite
stunning. Looking out from his pristine garden, Mark’s view sweeps
south across lush woodland towards the sea and west to where the spire
of St Lawrence Church peeps over the treeline. It is a reminder of the
connection to the parish in which the couple now live, an association
that Mark would like develop.
‘As a keen shooter, I wanted to sort out my firearms’ licence as soon as
possible,’ he continued, ‘which meant a meeting with the Constable
soon after moving in. Along with a review of my application, she took
the time to explain the Parish system. I was fascinated – you just don’t
get this type of local government elsewhere anymore. It’s something
that I am keen to become more involved in – perhaps not in a formal
way just yet, but the Constable and I have discussed opportunities for
me to contribute in some fashion. Having been made to feel so
welcome in St Lawrence, we would love to give something back.’
In the meantime, the Proudfoots are getting on with enjoying their
new home, particularly the garden. Mark is especially proud of his new
‘kitchen garden’ complete with raised beds and ornate greenhouse. And
then there is the surrounding land belonging to the farm, used today to
grow potatoes but which Mark has plans for more specialised purposes
in the future.
‘While I don’t see myself as a “gentleman farmer”’, he laughs, ‘I am
talking to a few people about what could be grown here at the farm. It
would great to see it run as a smallholding, producing a wider variety of
crops. And if I can help some local entrepreneurs at the same time, that
would be very fulfilling. The internet retailing business might be behind
me now, but I am not quite ready to fully retire just yet.’
So look out for Mark in the future. He may be selling you vegetables,
or stopping your car in a Parish Honorary Police check or just enjoying a
pint in the pub. You know - the things that locals get up to.
Below
The new ‘kitchen garden’
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Welcome to our summer 2015 edition of
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page, we had a busy term ahead of us and it
didn’t disappoint! We are now on holiday and
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French Residential
Week – did we go to
the moon or was it
the Gobi desert?
Traditionally, during the Summer Term, Year 6 spend a week
in France on the Lac de Guerledan in Mur de Bretagne
experiencing challenging outdoor activities such as
kayaking, abseiling, canoeing, walking, rock climbing,
mountain biking, cycling and archery.
This year however it was very different as the lake had
been emptied so that the dam could be checked and any
maintenance carried out. The scene which greeted us when
we arrived was truly mesmerising – a cracked mud valley
with dead trees, a canal with locks and the ruins of
lockkeeper houses. The lake was last drained in 1985 but
they do not think that it will need to be drained in the future
as modern technology will allow the work to be carried out
underwater. Even though there was no water in the lake, we
still did the activities elsewhere in the locality. It was great
fun and very educational.
If you’re going to Brittany this summer it is really worth
a visit. Guided walks are available from the Centre.
Saying good
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We had very sad news this term about
Morgan Huelin, one of our past pupils. We
would like to extend our sincerest
sympathy to the family.
p16 Summer2015
Planning permission:
is that your final answer?
Several local planning decisions or challenges have hit the headlines recently. In this
article, St Lawrence resident Advocate James Lawrence of Viberts Property Team
considers the process of making an appeal under the new planning law.
Land is scarce in Jersey and planning decisions are often the source of
great controversy. Not all planning decisions are beyond reproach
however. So how do you make a challenge?
Until March 2015, people could only challenge a planning decision in
the Royal Court. This process was intimidating and complex for potential
appellants, who would often instruct lawyers to settle what was
perceived as an imbalance of power and resources between the
appellant and developers and/or the Minister. Rules meant that
appellants could not normally recover their costs, even if successful. The
new Planning & Building (Amendment No. 6) (Jersey) Law 2014 brings
wholesale changes to the appeals process.
The Planning Applications Committee (PAC) or Planning Department
officers now consider planning applications. The PAC may review a
decision made by officers and make a new determination to replace it. A
PAC decision may also be challenged and referred to an inspector who
can make recommendations based on the merits of a particular decision.
The timescale for challenges has been extended from 14 days to 28 days.
A fee up to £300 is payable, depending on the type of appeal and all
parties have to bear their own costs.
The steps in the appeal process are:
• Individuals have 28 days from the date of a decision to appeal against
it. The appeal must be submitted to the Judicial Greffe, which will
allocate an independent inspector.
• The appeal will be considered by the inspector based upon its merits,
either by written submissions or by a hearing.
• The Inspector will make his recommendations to the Minister who will
then decide on the outcome, which will take around 10 weeks from
acceptance of the appeal.
• The inspectors’ recommendations are not binding, but if the Minister
makes a decision that is at odds with the inspector’s advice, he will
need to outline his reasons for doing so.
Below:
Advocate James
Lawrence
An appellant may appeal the decision of the Minister, but such
appeals are limited to points of law or judicial review.
The amendments to the planning law may have been a long time
coming but there are some interesting outcomes. The Minister is no
longer involved in any first-tier planning decisions, which should ensure
greater fairness and accountability.
It remains to be seen whether the new process will be simpler,
cheaper and faster. Should the Minister not follow the inspector’s
recommendation, appellants are likely to bring appeals to the Royal
Court on points of law or even seek a judicial review of the decision. It is
therefore questionable whether
amendments to the law will
ease the burden on the
Court.
Jersey is a special
place and decisions
ought to be considered
carefully and be subject
to challenge if needs be,
before a part of the Island
is changed forever.
Summer2015 p17
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memory of Philippe Cabot Jnr and Jean Le Gros, Fils,
Josué, the two St Lawrence militiamen who lost their lives
in the Battle of Jersey on 6 January 1781.
As these images and our front cover shows, the ‘present
day’ Militia honoured the memory of the fallen in splendid
fashion before enjoying refreshments in the Parish Hall.
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A strong and
binding
relationship
The recent signing of an ‘Armed Forces
Covenant’ brought the relationship
between Jersey and the military into the
spotlight. But what exactly does Britain’s
armed forces do for Jersey, and what
does Jersey do in return. Les Laurentins
met Major Danny Wright to find out.
In times past, Islanders knew exactly what
Britain’s armed forces did for Jersey. The British
Army stood guard against potential invasion
while Royal Navy warships protected vital
shipping routes to and from the UK. It was a
longstanding arrangement, going back centuries.
Civilians lived alongside soldiers and sailors, with
both sides strongly profiting from the
relationship.
Today, the connections are less straightforward
perhaps, and certainly less visible. Yet a strong
relationship remains between Jersey and Britain’s
armed forces nevertheless, and the man
responsible for managing its smooth running is
Major Danny Wright.
‘People may not realise it, but we hosted
around one thousand military personnel in the
Island last year, each of whom stayed for seven
nights on average,’ explains Danny, a former Royal
Engineer with 42 years military service. ‘Between
them, members of the armed forces spent about
quarter of a million pounds visiting Jersey, so
they make a valuable financial contribution. They
also save money for the States and Island
organisations by contributing expertise, skills and
muscle-power to numerous local projects and
good causes.’
One of Danny’s roles as the Island’s Cadet and
Military Support Officer is helping arrange the
many special projects undertaken by visiting
groups of military personnel. These can range
from advice on complex technical operations to
building paths through the countryside. The
overriding principle, however, is that support is
provided to not-for-profit organisations and
activities.
‘It’s a two-way relationship,’ explains Danny, ‘the
States, charities and good causes benefit from
military logistical support while the armed forces
get to undertake exercises and team-building
activities in our beautiful island. As overseas’
operations in places such as Iraq and Afghanistan
have come to end, there has been an increase in
requests for visits to Jersey. The military have
always enjoying coming here. We have a
reputation for being a “forces friendly” place.’
Jersey’s pro-armed forces stance was
recently underlined by the signing of an
‘Armed Forces Covenant’. It recognises a
moral and legal obligation to assist current
and ex-forces personnel by ensuring they are
not disadvantaged as a result of military
commitments and service to their country.
Earlier this year, the States agreed
unanimously to put the covenant in place
and to establish a committee that includes
both Major Wright and St Lawrence
Constable Deirdre Mezbourian to oversee its
implementation.
‘The covenant is an important step forward
in Jersey’s longstanding relationship with the
military,’ expands Danny. ‘It clarifies how
returning forces personnel should be treated
when it comes to medical benefits and
housing entitlements for example, and
encourages organisations to support
employees being called up for military
Top: Major Danny Wright
training or service. And few people would
argue that it’s the least men and women who
are prepared to serve their country deserve.’
As Danny’s title implies, his role in the Island
also encompasses working with those who
are just starting out on a possible military
career. Jersey has a number of cadet forces
affiliated to the armed forces, included the
Army, Air and Sea Cadets. He also arranges
visiting warships, aircraft and military bands,
which can all be in high demand for events
such as Liberation Day and the Boat Show.
And as a member of the Lieutenant
Governor’s staff, he is also called upon to
ensure the smooth running of Government
House and its relationship with the Island.
‘Jersey may no longer have a garrison of
soldiers to keep it safe from invasion,’ he
concludes, ‘but a strong and binding
relationship remains in place between the
Island and Britain’s armed forces. And I don’t
really think most Islanders would want it any
other way.’
p20 Summer2015
Liberation 70 celebrations
home and away
Right:
St Lawrence Parishioners enjoy afternoon
tea at People's Park on 9 May
Below:
Chef de Police Centenier Parker-Hood carries
the Parish standard
The Island celebrated Liberation Day in
time-honoured fashion on 9 May – with a
twist. Following the traditional flag
raising ceremony in Liberation Square,
Islanders came together on People’s Park
for a Royal visit and festive party until
sundown. St Lawrence Parishioners took
a full part of course, both officially and
informally as these pictures show.
Then, following the Island celebrations, on 10 May the
focus turned to the Parish Hall, where the Lieutenant
Governor, His Excellency Sir John
McColl and Lady McColl, joined
Parishioners in a special St
Lawrence Liberation 70
celebration. Also present were
members of the Army Cadets and
as part of afternoon tea all
enjoyed a celebration cake made
by Parish Secretary, Angela
Goguelin. Entertainment was
courtesy of the Badlabecques.
As this was the last time that
it will be organised by former
Connétable Iris Le Feuvre,
Connétable Deidre Mezbourian
presented Mrs Le Feuvre with
flowers and a gift to thank her for
chairing the Liberation
Committee for many years.
However, the Connétable
reassured everyone that St Lawrence will continue to
celebrate 9 May within the Parish.
Above:
Waiting in Weighbridge Place
for the parishes to gather
Above:
St Lawrence Parishioners of all ages joined representatives from other parishes who walked
from Weighbridge Place to People's Park to take part in the ceremony
Right:
In marquee at People's
Park on Liberation Day
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Right:
Contents of Red
Cross parcel received
during the
Occupation by Alfie
Pipon's mother
Below:
Reds on
display
Above:
All set and
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Iris Le
Feuvre, the
Lieutenant
Governor
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Connétable
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ST LAWRENCE
Battle of Flowers
By Sandra Noel
St Lawrence Battle of Flowers Association - community spirit and friendship
Happy summer to you all!
Images:
Work in progress…
At the time of writing our newsletter,
preparations are well on target for an amazing
2015 Battle. This year we are delighted to be
taking part with both floats designed by Olivia
Woodward, who was aged just nine at the time.
Our theme this year is Hollywood-based.
Harestail pieces have been prepared by our
great team in the Brownie Barn, and as always
look amazing!
Looking forward, we will recommence our
monthly fundraising bingo in September on the
last Saturday of each month. All are welcome for
fun games of bingo and raffle prizes!
Our motto is 'community spirit and
friendship' and we work hard to achieve a fun
and enjoyable atmosphere for all! We are
delighted to welcome both new and regular
members to St Lawrence Battle of Flowers everyone is very welcome.
If you would like to be part of Battle, we
would love to meet you. For more
information contact Sandra on telephone
(01534) 758976 or email
[email protected].
ST LAWRENCE FC
A new season
After the disappointment of St Lawrence’s First
Team being relegated on goal difference, manager
Martin King feels that the club and players
shouldn’t be too despondent.
If close defeats had been turned into draws and the team started
the season better, he explains, it would have stayed up comfortably.
In the second half of the season only the top four teams picked up
more points than St Lawrence. Martin hopes that St Lawrence can
bounce straight back, which has been emphasised by the league
being restructured to have more games and more competition.
The St Lawrence Reserve Team finished the 2014-2015 season
strongly after a disappointing start. Having now secured a full-time
manager in Chris Hoyland, and with the assistance of Giles
Emmanuel, the team hopes to continue their good form throughout
the 2015-2016 season.
The St Lawrence Academy is currently on the summer break and
By Scott Strzelecki
commences again on 5 September, running for 33 sessions until the
end of May 2016. Anyone with children aged between four and
eleven who are interested in joining can email
[email protected] to enquire about availability for the up
and coming season. Along with training once a week between
11.00am and 12.15pm, we will look to arrange friendly matches
against other local clubs and also enter teams into several
tournaments throughout the year. We are growing each year in
numbers of kids and coaches and are looking forward to a fun-filled
2015-2016 academy season.
As a club with support from the Parish (which includes renovating
our clubhouse), St Lawrence FC is heading in the right direction with
a bright future. Aiding this is a spirit that has everyone supporting
and helping each other, in the bad times as well as the good.
The club is always looking for new members, both on and
off the field. Anybody wishing to get involved with the club
should contact Mike Thorpe on telephone 07797 845787 or
email [email protected].
p22 Spring2015
A walk through
St Lawrence
By Roger Noel, Blue Badge Guide
While any walk in Jersey can be a delight, one
through the beautiful Parish of St Lawrence is
an absolute pleasure. Nowhere else can you
find the variety and beauty of scenery in such a
short and interesting ramble, so why not come
on a walk with me.
The walk follows a rough circular route and is around five miles. While the
terrain is mostly suitable for everyone, there are some quite steep
sections. Suitable clothing and footwear is advisable.
We start at St Lawrence Church, the centre of Parish life for hundreds
of years and well worth a look inside if time permits. Here we find the
superb HT Bosdet stained glass window depicting The Last Supper. Said
to be one his finest works - look closely and you will notice that Judas’s
halo is dimmer than those of the other Apostles.
Walk to the Parish Hall, cross the main road and head down the lane
opposite marked by a ‘no road’ sign. Its name is Le Mont Misere - it
certainly is misery to struggle up! It descends very steeply so please take
great care. At the bottom is Waterworks Valley, which I think is one of
Jersey’s most beautiful and delightful spots.
There is a path up the valley to your left, but it is worth crossing the
road and turning right for a moment. Just past the red-bricked pumping
station we find a Millennium stone and nearby an interesting
interpretation board describing the Millennium Walk, plus the local flora
and fauna and history. After viewing, return to the foot of Le Mont Misere
and head north along the wooden walkway below the road.
The Millennium Walk was created entirely by Parish volunteers to
celebrate the Millennium. After deciding the route in October 1998, work
commenced in November that year with around 40 people working on
the scheme. Crossing land owned by Jersey Water and several generous
private land owners, the walk is now one of the most popular in Jersey.
In this part of the valley the walk is quite delightful, continuing up
and down steep wooden steps with fine views over Dannemarche
Reservoir to our right. One of my earliest memories involves
Dannemarche. Aged three, I quite clearly remember watching my
parents ice skating with friends during the bitter winter of 1962-1963.
The reservoir has played host to the odd visiting rare duck too, including
three Smew Ducks in the late 1980s. Being a keen ornithologist, it’s the
only time I have seen these superb and very rare ducks in Jersey,
although they do very occasionally occur at St Ouen’s pond in times of
severe cold weather.
Dannemarche Reservoir was opened in 1909, the second major
catchment created in the Island by the Jersey New Waterworks
Company. Jersey’s first reservoir was built further down the valley in 1893
and became known as Millbrook Reservoir. Today both offer coarse
fishing and among the species to be found here are bream, tench, carp
and perch.
Waterworks Valley has plenty of other wildlife including red squirrels,
and is one of the few places in Jersey where great spotted woodpeckers
can be heard drumming, particularly in the spring.
Summer2015 p25
Follow the track as it descends to the valley road near the junction with Le
Mont Chesnaie. Turn left and after about 100 metres you will pick up the path
again. It’s a very pretty part of the walk, although muddy at times after heavy
rainfall. We pass a pond that once stored water for one of the seven mills
found in the valley. Once known as De La Hayes’s Mill, it became a paper mill
in the middle of the 19th century when more local newspaper’s appeared in
the Island. There is nothing left of it today.
We now cross a very wide grassy area and walk alongside a very smart
granite wall with an interesting history. Its construction and accompanying
road-widening scheme took place during the Occupation. The German’s
arrival led to a rise in the number of unemployed men as tourism and
exporting industries ended. Rather than have locals work for the enemy, the
States created a number of civic projects to keep men employed. This was one
of them.
Now the valley is slightly more open and ahead is the fantastic
Hamptonne Country Museum. It offers a superb display of life in the
countryside from ancient times to the present day, including wonderful
examples of old farming equipment and three restored houses from different
periods. For opening times and programme of events see Jersey Heritage’s
website or www.visitjersey.com.
Leaving Hamptonne, we see a lovely colombier or dovecot. This is
unusual, partly because it’s square and usually only found with manor
complexes.
The road takes us back up the hill from Hamptonne
and it is possible to return to the church by way of
the main road if you are starting to feel tired.
Alternatively, there are numerous
opportunities to continue the walk
using the lanes to the west of
the main roads and visiting
places such as the Jersey War
Tunnels and passing some
beautiful buildings such as
Morel Farm (a National Trust
property) which dates
from 1572. This though
will I am sure make up
another article in the
future.
Above:
Detail on the Millennium stone
Top:
The fantastic Hamptonne Country Museum
Below
Views of Dannemarche Reservoir
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ST LAWRENCE
By Anna Huchet
The 6th St Lawrence Brownie
Pack had a busy term completing two
badges - hostess and entertainer. These
badges always go perfectly together and give
the Brownies the opportunity to put on a
show for their family.
The families of the Brownies received handmade
invitations, including addressed envelopes, to invite
them to the 'Entertainment Extravaganza'. We
also made bunting to decorate the hall for the
performance.
When the family members arrived, the Brownies
offered them refreshments of tea and coffee which they
served to them at their seats. There were also some snacks for
the audience. The hostess badge requires the Brownies to tidy
up afterwards and this included the sweeping!
As part of the Entertainer Badge, each Brownie needed to
do something by themselves, even if it was for a small part of
a bigger act, and every girl successfully achieved this whether
it was as part of puppet show, a dance, a musical
performance, poetry recital or gymnastics. We spent a couple
of weeks practising and on the night, they all did a fantastic
job with the evening flowing well with the assistance of the
Brownie compère.
For the finalè of the show, the Brownies and leaders
donned an item of red for a rendition of some Brownie songs.
The reason for the red theme was because we were
challenged by the current Island Commissioner, whose term
ends in November, to raise money for the British Red Cross in
this significant anniversary of Jersey’s Liberation. We had a
retiring collection and raised an impressive £133.26. There
were representatives from the British Red Cross to see the
show along with the Island Commissioner.
There was also a promise ceremony to conclude the event
where we welcomed seven new Brownies.
Also this term, members of Girl Guiding were invited to
Government House to meet Sophie, Countess of Wessex, who
was in Jersey for the Liberation Day celebrations. This was a
great opportunity and the Brownies loved the chance to meet
a member of the Royal family. This was a lovely event to be
invited to. Following the event, we lined the route of the
Countess to People's Park.
Finally Brownies wouldn't be Brownies without some songs
and games and this term was no exception with the added
bonus that we were able to go to outside and enjoy the light
evenings and fair weather.
Below:
Sophie, Countess
of Wessex
p28 Summer2015
News from Stuart Court
Jan Robinson
We have moved into our newly extended dining
room at long last, which makes such a huge
difference to us all.
The new ‘underground’ kitchen is working well and this almost
completes the building project that began last September. Our elderly
residents have been patient during this work and coped with the
disruption and noise – now it is time to enjoy the new facilities.
Other news is that we are in preparation for our popular Battle of
Flowers’ staff concert where anything can go wrong. Sometimes, however,
things go right!
ST LAWRENCE
Youth
Project
By Ciara Mooney - assistant youth worker
Hello from St
Lawrence Youth Club!
Well I hope that everyone has been
enjoying the sunshine.
We have been busy over the last few months. Our Inters had their
first overnight stay at the brand new Queen’s Silver Jubilee Activity
Base. With a makeshift campfire, we learned how to make ‘smores’
out of biscuits,
Right:
Barnardo’s blindfolded
taste test
Below:
ET scarecrow
Summer2015 p29
Below:
Winners of our buggy building
challenge with their trophy
Right:
Junior overnight stay - trying out
the new activity
chocolate and marshmallows…mmm...lovely and gooey!
We joined forces to help raid the other team’s ammunition
stores during our giant water fight. We played games, explored
and, most importantly, competed to create the best
homemade buggy to be raced down a bumpy track!
Our Juniors also managed to pop up to the new site but
they got to have their own overnight stay at club. This was a
fun-packed stay - not only did Barnardo’s come back to
challenge our minds and senses with blindfolded taste-testing
and team games, but we turned club into our onesie catwalk
and saw some amazing outfits. Well done to everyone who
made the effort - you looked amazing.
We were also treated to a series of challenges at Creepy
Valley and were even asked to be guinea pigs by trialling the
centre’s brand new activity. We had a great time and would like
to say a special thank you to everyone at Creepy Valley for
making our trip extra special.
We would also like to say thank you to our club chair Peta
Clayton, and our brilliant young workers for helping us at the
Western Parish Fête where we helped to support St Peter’s and
St Bernard’s Youth Club to run activities and have a fantastic
day.
Thanks to everyone who helped create an amazing ET
inspired scarecrow, our entry into the Family Home and
Nursing Scarecrow Trail competition. We came joint-fourth!
This is actually a brilliant placement as competition was very
fierce. Thank you to La Moye Golf Club for hosting our
scarecrow and sorry for scaring your staff with ET. I was told
that the staff at the golf club kept getting a shock as ET
seemed so real.
To all of our Year 6 members who said goodbye to their
school friends last month, I am sorry that it was a little
upsetting, but don’t forget you can bring all of your old and
new friends to club. St Lawrence has always been a haven for
old friends to meet up and a great place to make new friends.
So don’t be scared - we are always here for support, and will
help you make sense of being in secondary school.
Thank you to all of our new members who came up to check out club
before the summer holiday and we can’t wait to see you in September.
We will be open during the summer holidays for Year 6+ on Wednesday
evenings between 7.30 and 9.30. Have a look at our summer programme to
see what activities we will be up too! We have the zorbes and chicken sumo
suits for the whole of summer, so come up and give it a try! We also have
several fishing trips planned and a beach activity night. Sign-up sheets are at
club so pop in and sign up!
Check out the Jersey Youth Service Facebook page and take part in the
42-days of summer on our Instagram competition. For every day of summer,
there will be a challenge to complete and prizes to be won. So no excuses
for a bored summer - there is lots to do!
I will see you all over the summer and look forward to seeing all of our
new members in September! Have a great time!
For more information on the club and its activities telephone
(01534) 861276 or 07707 819963 or email [email protected].
Summer programme
We are offering the following programme
for those currently in Year 6 and above:
Date
22 July
29 July
5 August
12 August
Wednesday Club
Current Year 6+ activity
Club open - 7.30 to 9.30pm
Club open
Club closed
Battle of Flowers preparation
Club closed
Battle of Flowers preparation
Club open
Club closed
19 August
25 August
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26 August Club open
29 August Club open
2 September Club open
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Beach trip - 7.00 to 9.00pm
Wet Wheels - 6.00 to 9.00pm
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Summer2015 p33
Freedom of Information Act
comes into force
All 12 Parishes of Jersey will come under Freedom of Information (Jersey)
2011 Law from this September. Les Laurentins looked into what this means for Parishioners.
cases information may be subject to exemptions which means that it
will not be made public but on these occasions the Parish will need to
Jersey’s Freedom of Information (FOI) legislation came into force
show why this is the case.
in January of this year, bringing with it the right for anyone around
FOI covers all requests for information held by the Parish but not if
the world to access information held by the Island’s public
you want information about yourself. You can ask for information held
authorities.
about yourself by making a Subject Access Request under the Data
All 12 parishes come under FOI legislation from this September. Protection (Jersey) Law 2005.
Jersey ratepayers can already ask for and obtain lots of
You may ask for information about other people under FOI, but the
information from the Parishes and the States of Jersey, but FOI is a Parish will need to apply the principles of the data protection legislation
way of enabling anyone to better understand and to participate in to decide if that information may be released to you.
how decisions are made by the Parish about all sorts of things.
The main aim of the new law is to promote a culture of openness How has the Parish prepared for the new
across public bodies and to develop accountability and
legislation?
transparency in decision-making.
By carrying out an audit of information it holds. The Parish maintain a
Anyone wishing to make an information request to the Parish
list
of what information it needs to keep and how long it must be kept
under the new law will need to do so in writing – by letter, email
for.
In some cases, public information has also been passed to the
or online – clearly stating what they would like to know and
Jersey
Archive for safekeeping or preservation.
giving their name and contact details. The Parish will then have 20
The
Parish also wants to make sure that Parishioners know about FOI
working days to respond.
and what it means for them, so in the lead up to September there has
been some work involved in preparing information for the Parish
What sort of information can people ask for?
website
and for a leaflet on FOI that will be made available from the
You might wish to know how particular Parish services or projects
Parish
Hall.
are planned, contracted or funded. Information about how much
Parish staff have attended training in Freedom of Information to
the refuse collection costs, for example, or revenue received from
make
sure they can comply with legislation.
branchage penalties or how many people in the Parish have a
What is the Freedom of Information law about?
driving licence, how much income is generated from letting out
Parish properties, what
specific discretionary
allowances are for or
the number of
registered dogs and so
forth.
The FOI law will give
you access to
information contained
in items such as
printed documents,
computer files,
letters, emails and
sound or video
recordings. In some
How to make an FOI request to a Parish
If you are asking for information under FOI you will need to do so in
writing, either by filling in an online form, emailing [email protected]
or sending a letter to Parish FOI, East Wing RJA&HS, Trinity, JE3 5JP. To
make sure that your FOI request is valid under FOI law you must
provide:
• Your name
• A contact address
(such as an email address or a postal address)
• A clear description of the
information you want to receive
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p34 Summer2015
ST LAWRENCE CHURCH
An exciting new project
By Phil Warren, Rector
to take this opportunity to explain the process that has brought us to this point.
I also recognise that whilst the plans of the project have been in church since
the beginning of May, and as a church community we have been as open and
I am really excited to announce an
transparent as we could be in sharing the designs, news may not have reached
exciting new project. During a Parish
all corners of the Parish.
Ecclesiastical Assembly on Thursday 16 It was two years ago that the church leadership team decided to pick up the
‘baton’ again from the past, and discuss the need to have proper ‘access for all’
July, an overwhelming majority of those into
church and a WC on site (that complies with planning laws), as well as a
kitchenette,
and space to fulfil the various activities and events that now take
present voted in favour of the three
place in church. So began a lengthy process of numerous meetings, advice
proposals to develop the church.
seeking, research, fine-tuning and prayer.
It is worth noting at this point that both the tradition of the church (which is
The developments, as advertised in the JEP and pinned to ultimately rooted in the early church) and its history had very much been part
the church box in accordance with Law and Custom are
of our considerations, as it is vitally important to us all. As someone who studied
as follows. First, to build an extension onto the
history, I am aware every Sunday that I am part of a long list of rectors going
west-facing elevation of the church and create an
back to the 12th century. I am also very aware that over the thousand years of
entrance through an existing opening (the old cannon
people worshipping on the site, the church has evolved in structure and
archway) that would provide an ‘access to all’ entrance
adapted to social changes, and that each generation has the responsibility of
and WC facility. Second, to install a servery/ kitchenette
stewarding this special resource well, balancing both the integrity of the
area inside the west corner of the church. And third, to
building with the needs of community, and making wise choices for the future.
remove the pews in the north aisle of the nave and
As mentioned numerous times in this process, we are not curators of a
replace them with chairs.
museum, but members and stewards of a living and lively church.
What I had not quite realised, as a former church
With the history and heritage fully in mind, our initial thoughts had been to
warden and long standing Parishioner Mr Charles Le
construct an extension with proper ‘access to all’ and toilet facility around the
Cornu reminded the assembly, was that such a project
north door entrance. However this was rejected not only because it would
was not something new. In fact this had been discussed
compromise the oldest part of the church building, but also it would limit
for decades, and along with Mr Mike Turner (son of a
what could be achieved inside the church, whilst keeping the integrity
former St Lawrence Rector), he was delighted that it
of the building. This option was strongly dismissed by the Planning
was now being proposed and adopted.
Department when we met to discuss the proposal. In fact it was
In writing this, I am conscious that
one of the officers, on her earlier visit to the church, who
whilst many folk have known about
recommended the cannon door entrance.
this project for some time, for
others this may be the first
that you have heard
about it, and so with the
full support of the
Connétable, I would like
Summer2015 p35
Right:
Preserving history
and heritage have
been at the forefront
of plans
Another option involved having a toilet
inside church. The only feasible location for it
was by the cannon door entrance, with a
kitchenette next to it, a travel lift (in the place of
the existing sound desk) next to the main
entrance to assist with wheel chair access,
which would entail adjusting the steps into
church.
Again after much consideration, myself, the
wardens and leadership team, as well as the
Rectorat, the Dean and the Planning Officers,
felt that such a suggestion of a toilet inside
church had serious practical and pastoral
implications. Not only would it limit the space
we would have for our Sunday services and
mid-week activities, but also diminish the
acoustics, as there would need to be some form
of ceiling and screen enclosure to deal with the
whole issue of noise and discretion. It was clear
that our church building did not lend itself to
such an option.
It is important to stress that we looked at
every option without prejudice, and were
purposeful in weighing the needs of the church
community against any visual impact in terms
of the church’s historic fabric. Arriving at the
present proposals, as noted in the opening
paragraph, was a lengthy process in itself. In
knowing the right location, we worked hard
with the architects to ensure we balanced both
the fabric of the building with the requirements
of the briefing, for example, ensuring the outside cannon door
entrance would be maintained as a feature and the extension would
be in keeping with the rest of the church (which they all will be).
Our first designs included a ramp inside church, due to the height
difference between the outside path and inside floor, but we felt an
adjustment to the level of the path leading into church (through the
cannon door entrance) would not only have a better visual impact,
but would also save on space. Many other details were worked
through carefully.
Alongside this lengthy process, there has been a strong sense of
the ‘right timing’. On too many occasions recently, we have had
situations when either people have stopped coming to church,
because we do not have a facility that complies with what people
expect today, in terms of wheel chair entrance and WC, for example.
Or families with small children have been compromised, such as the
recent wedding example, where a pageboy was taken to the toilet
behind the main entrance of church, because there was not the
time to take him to the Parish Hall. We have even had occasions
when mourners in electric wheel chairs have not been able to
physically enter church through the north door (or any other
entrance) to attend a funeral service.
Personally, and unanimously as a leadership team, we do not
believe this is acceptable as a public building; and whether people
living longer or the need to comply with planning laws is the added
incentive, it is nonetheless time to act. In addition, as one Parishioner
recently pointed out to me, that with the exciting plans for the
memorial garden, having a toilet in church that would be left open to
the public and directly accessible from the outside would be
enormously appreciated especially for families enjoying the garden.
There is so much more to say, and I have summarised a very
lengthy process. I firmly believe this project balances well the
heritage of the church with the increasing needs of our community. I
am excited to be part of a church community that values its history
and loves its parish. On 14 May, the church congregation voted
unanimously in favour of the proposals, and are fully supportive of
moving forward with this project. At a recent Rates Assembly, the
Parish voted by a large majority in principle to offer financial support
up to a maximum of £80,000, which goes some way to covering all
the costs. Having been adopted at the Parish Ecclesiastical Assembly
on Thursday 16 July, the next step is to present the project to the
Ecclesiastical Court and make a formal planning application.
I am delighted to commend this project to you, for the benefit of
the Parish as well as the church, and warmly welcome you to church,
or the Parish Hall, to look over the plans, and to contact me with any
comments or thoughts. You are also very warmly invited to join us
either on a Sunday or on one of our mid-week activities, including
our toddler group on a Monday morning, or Cafe Calm on a
Wednesday morning.
With every blessing.
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The Parish Diary SeptembertoOctober
2015
Events listed are correct at time of going to press, but subject to change. Additional fixtures may be organised
within the timeframe of this magazine and because of strict closing dates these will not be included. Please see
local press, etc. for details. The editor and publishers cannot be held responsible for any omissions or errors incurred
within these columns.
The following clubs and associations meet in the Parish. Venues are as follows: CC– Community Centre; PH – Parish
Hall; STMCH – St Matthew’s Church Hall; BRS – Bel Royal School; SLS – St Lawrence School.
The following take place on a weekly basis
Dao Yin
10.30am – 11.30am Contact Anne Pilley on 865222 PH
Jersey Wado Ryu
Monday and Thursday up to 16 years 6.30pm, Seniors 7.30pm –
9.30pm Contact Steven on 519162 or e-mail
Other Events
Events take place at the Parish Hall unless
stated otherwise.
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[email protected] or see website www.jerseywadoryu.com
BRS
Rozel Rovers Football Club
Training for Minis: 5 - 10s: Monday 6.00pm - 7.15pm; under 12s and
under 14s: Wednesday 6.30pm - 7.30 pm; Training for under 16s:
Wednesday 6.30 pm - 8.00pm; under 18s: Tuesday and Thursday
6.30pm – 8pm. Le Couvent
Shito-Ryu Shukokai Karate
Monday 6.00pm - 7.30pm and Thursday 6.00pm - 7.30pm CC
Smarties for the Under 5s.
Term time only Monday 10.30 - 11.45am Contact Sue Noble on 734637
St Lawrence Parish Church.
6th St Lawrence Brownies
Term-time only. Wednesday 6.30 - 8.00pm SLS
St Lawrence Football Club - Training Tuesday and Thursday 6.30pm - 8.00pm CC
St Lawrence Miniature Rifle Club
Wednesday 7.30pm Maillard Memorial Hall Glencoe
St Lawrence Mothers and Toddlers
Term time only, Tuesday 9.15am - 12.00 noon CC
St Lawrence Youth Club
Term-time only, Monday 7.30pm - 9.30pm Years 9 and up , Wednesday
7.30pm - 9.30pm Years 7 - 9, Friday 7.00pm - 8.30pm Years 5 and 6. Cost £1
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WI - Small is Beautiful, 7.45pm
WI - Afternoon Tea for All, 2.30pm
Dao Yin, 10.30 - noon
Social Evening, 7.15 - 10.00pm
Twinning Association AGM & Luncheon,
12.30pm
Gardening Club, 8.00pm
Dao Yin, 10.30 - noon
Social Evening, 7.15 - 10.00pm
St Lawrence Ladies Action Group Jumble Sale
Friendship Club at Parish Hall, 2.30 - 4.30pm
Dao Yin, 10.30 - noon
Social Evening, 7.15 – 10.00pm
Battle of Flowers Bingo, 6.15 for 7.00pm
November
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SLLAG Bingo, 8.00pm
Dao Yin, 10.30 - noon
Community Market, 10.00am – 2.00pm
Poppy Appeal Coffee Morning
Dao Yin, 10.30 – noon
Social Evening, 7.15 – 10.00pm
WI - All Change, 7.45pm
Gardening Club, 8.00pm
Dao Yin, 10.30 - noon
Social Evening, 7.15 – 10.00pm
St Lawrence Ladies Action Group
Christmas Fayre
Friendship Club at Parish Hall, 2.30 - 4.30pm
Dao Yin, 10.30 - noon
Social Evening, 7.15 – 10.00pm
Parkinson's Bingo, 8.00pm
Battle of Flowers Bingo, 6.15 for 7.00pm
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THE PARISH ADMINISTRATION
Connétable: Mrs Deidre Mezbourian
Tel 285054
Parish Office:
Secretary: Mrs Angela Goguelin
Assistants: Mrs Joy Le Cornu,
Mrs Leasa Nozedar Tel 861672
Church Services
In the event of any emergency or serious
incident, please contact the Duty Centenier on
07797 715602 as well as calling 999 or 112 for
the appropriate Emergency Service if necessary.
St Lawrence ChurchYouth and
Children (S.L.Y.K.)
St Lawrence Parish Church
First Sunday
8.00am BCP Holy Communion Sundays (except first Sunday)
August to October 2015
Deputies
Mr John Le Fondré Tel 738379
Mr Eddie Noel Tel 758976
For all youth and children meets at 9.30am
on second, fourth and fifth Sunday each
month starting off in church.
Second, Third and Fifth Sundays
8.00am, BCP Holy Communion Messy Extra meets every third Sunday in
9.30am, Morning Worship
the Parish Hall – contact 07797 782808
Fourth Sunday 8.00am, BCP Holy Communion (Janine)
9.30am, Holy Communion
St Lawrence Church Smarties for
9.30am, Messy Church
6.00pm, Evening Worship
Rector St Lawrence and
Vicar St Matthews Millbrook
Rev. Phil Warren Tel 869013
Office Tel 720934 Email:
[email protected]
Parish Hall Office Hours:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday
9.15am - 12.15pm and 1.30pm - 4.00pm
Tesson Chapel:
Wednesday 9.15am - 12.15pm
Website : www.parish.gov.je/st_lawrence Lay Pastor Tomi Owens Tel 631659
Procureurs du Bien Public:
Mr Michael Ethelston Tel 727108
Mr Bruce Harrison Tel 722071
Centeniers:
Ms Nicola Parker-Hood (Chef de Police)
Mr Norman Laverack
Mr David Price
Mr Stephen Coleman
Duty Centenier Mobile: 07797 715602
Roman Catholic Priest:
Father Kevin Hoiles Tel 863149
St Matthew’s (Glass) Church, Millbrook
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Mondays during term time
10.30 – 11.45am (term time),
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11.00am, Morning Worship
with Youth and Children’s
Ministry Groups
4.00pm Family Feast @ 4
(second Sunday in May)
7.00pm, Ignite (No Ignite in May)
First Sunday
Refuse
Wednesday, Thursday or Friday.
Fourth Sunday
Recycling bins Community Centre
Recycling and refuse collections - any
queries please contact Germbusters
869918
St Matthieu Coin Varin
St Matthew’s (Glass) Church,
Millbrook
Sundays 11.00am, Creche (0 - 23 months),
Sparklers (age two to reception),
Rockets (Year 1 & Year 2),
Fire Crackers (Year 3 - 6)
Youth (Year 7+) – contact 720934
11.00am, Holy Communion
with Youth and Children's
Ministry Groups
Sundays
Thursdays
St Matthew’s (Glass) Church,
Millbrook First Steps for children
aged four
9.30am, Holy Mass
10.00am, Holy Mass
Tesson Chapel
Wednesday, Thursday or Friday.
Sundays
Recycling bins Community Centre
Recycling and refuse collections - any queries please contact
Germbusters 869918
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