- MORI REPORT REVEALS SPORTS CLUBS CRISIS
RECENT triumph on the track and field events in the world of athletics has been somewhat overshadowed by a lack of investment in the sport according to a MORI report released this week.
Despite a keen campaign from the Ministry of Sport for the London bid of the 2012 Olympics and an avid backing from British sport organisations, just 43 percent of them feel that sport’s clubs provisions of kit and equipment is of a high enough standard, with a massive 88 percent complaining of a lack of investment in grassroots sports in the country.
Lack of government investment has seen 1 in 3 clubs on the brink of extinction as the funding crisis bites – a view not taken lightly by the Central Council of Physical Recreation.
Margaret Talbot, the chief executive of the CCPR said, “Local sports clubs are the breeding ground for future champions. Many of these sports clubs struggle to make needs meet and are financially fragile with their biggest challenge being the provision of quality kit and equipment.”
However, a new campaign fronted by ‘On the Ball’ TV presenter Gaby Logan and other leading celebrity athletes to stop the rot has been prompted commercial baker company Kingsmill to invest £10 million in giving away free sports kits for the 150,000 sports clubs in Britain covering 50 different sports including cricket, rugby, martial arts and weightlifting.
- WOODLAND OPEN DAY
Lifeboat Road , near the Main Car Park
Saturday 13th September
Entrance FREE, 930-5pm
Events:-
Horse logging (dragging logs) Willow weaving
Viking Life Display Wheelwrighting
Tudor building method (as seen on TV) Marquee displays
Traditional wood crafts Story telling
Thinning/chipping/firewood processing Woodland walks
Learn about the Sefton Coast Forest Plan; the history and wildlife of our woodlands.
For further Information 01704 570173.
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TRUST BACKS DRIVE TO RAISE AWARENESS ABOUT ECZEMA
ECZEMA is a common skin condition that affects one in 12 of the adult population and one fifth of children in the UK, which is why the Trust’s Dermatology team are offering help and advice during Eczema Awareness Week (22nd to 28th September).
Staff have organised a special drop-in session at Ormskirk DGH dermatology unit, which is located off the main outpatients department, on Wednesday, September 24th, where people can pop in and seek help about eczema.
Information stands at both Southport and Ormskirk Hospitals will be available throughout the week to raise awareness about the skin condition.
Sue Wood, Dermatology Specialist Nurse, said:- “Eczema is a very common skin condition and although it is not usually life-threatening, it can be very uncomfortable for sufferers. Red inflamed skin can feel very itchy and can make people scratch, causing bleeding and sometimes infection. Eczema can also make people feel awkward and avoid going out when it is visible.
Although there is no cure for eczema, treatments can help people to manage the condition, which is why we would encourage people to come to the drop-in session to find out about eczema, tell people what treatment options are available and to raise awareness.”
Some facts about eczema…
· There are several different types of eczema, the most common being atopic eczema, which affects both children and adults and is closely associated with asthma and hayfever.
· The causes of eczema are unknown, but many people know what triggers it off for them.
· Irritants include rough fibres, perfume, preservatives, chemicals, diet, stress, and changes in temperature or environmental factors.
· Symptoms include red, inflamed skin, feeling hot and itchy, and dry, cracked skin.
· Treatments prescribed can act as a barrier or seal and topical steroids are sometimes needed when a ‘flare-up’ occurs. They act by reducing inflammation.
· Those who have eczema should avoid possible irritants, such as woollen clothing, and reducing the effect of house dust mite.
· The National Eczema Society provides practical information, support and advice to people with eczema. If you would like more details take a look at their website at www.eczema.org.
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