TWO members of staff from Boston's Asda met Prince William during an event also attended by the Queen.
Store manager Dawn Belcher and community life champion Stephen Bromby received VIP passes for the Queen's visit to Vernon Park in Nottingham where she unveiled a plaque to rename the site Queen Elizabeth II Field.
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ROYAL INVITATION: Dawn Belcher and Stephen Bromby fro Boston's Asda mingled with the Queen and Prince William during a community event in Nottingham.
The event was part of the Fields in Trust campaign to protect 2,012 outdoor recreational spaces across the country and of which Asda is a principal partner.
The Queen was accompanied by the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and the Boston Asda duo were introduced to Prince William who is patron of Fields in Trust.
Mr Bromby told the Target: "The event was a truly special day with the ceremony to mark the dedication of Vernon Park as a Queen Elizabeth II Field along with a series of activities to showcase all the wonderful opportunities outdoor recreational spaces can provide.
"As soon as we were introduced to Prince William he asked for an Asda pocket-tap. It's amazing to think that he knows the Asda thing."
Boston Asda has already built relationships with its local Fields in Trust space, Glen Park at Surfleet, by helping with funding and volunteers for the jubilee party on June 4.
Every Asda store has been challenged to raise £2,012 to help Fields in Trust and the Boston store in Lister Way is holding various events throughout the year led by staff member Sue Jackson.
Source: www.thisislincolnshire.co.uk
A-level student predicted to achieve top grades is escorted from college by police after 'refusing to stop REVISING' - Daily Mail
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Barred: Jamie Gagliardi claims he had 'nowhere else to revise' and did not have a computer at home
An A-level student who was 'obsessed with revising' had to be escorted from school by police after ignoring a classroom ban.
Jamie Gagliardi, 18, had been told to stay home from Ifield Community College in Crawley, West Sussex, for one day after interrupting the headteacher during a meeting on Wednesday.
But he went to the college - whose students notched up a 100 per cent A-level pass rate last year - the following morning, claiming he had 'nowhere else to revise' for his psychology A-level on Monday and he did not have a computer at home.
He was asked to leave but began 'causing a nuisance and a disturbance'.
At 8.45am college officials decided that the only option was to call in the police after the teen refused to leave the premises.
The pupil, who is also taking A-level law, English and history, was escorted from the college and his mother was called to pick him up.
Police confirmed that the teenager would not be charged with any offence.
Speaking this week, Jamie said he was given a one-day ban from the college last Wednesday for interrupting the headteacher during a meeting, meaning he was not allowed in the school the following day.
He said: 'I have been punished for wanting to do well.
'I am a hard-working and dedicated student and this could have such an impact on my future.
'The college has overreacted in what is probably the most important week of my school life.
Ban: Staff at Ifield Community College (pictured) called police after Jamie Gagliardi refused to leave the premises
'I have told teachers many times that I do not have a computer at home so would not be able to work at home.'
Bosses at the 1,090-pupil college - rated good by Ofsted in February this year - said the teen is ‘obsessed’ with after-school tuition and the police were called because he was ‘causing a nuisance’ by refusing to leave the premises.
Marilyn Evans, the school’s director of administration, said Jamie was a 'very bright boy', but added: 'He became vociferous and irritated that he couldn't have after-school revision.
'The teacher has already given up her time to give extra revision in half term and during the school day, when she was meant to have free time.
'On Thursday, he was causing a nuisance and a disturbance on the premises.
'He is obsessed with doing after-school revision.'
She added: 'He probably feels that without those extra sessions he won't get the grade he wants, but he will. He is a top student.'
A spokeswoman for Sussex Police confirmed today that officers were called at 8.45am on June 14 to remove a 'disruptive' pupil who was refusing to leave the premises.
Splash: How the Crawley News reported on Jamie Gagliardi's removal from the school by police
Source: www.dailymail.co.uk
Asda workers net £14,000 from Sharesave scheme - Daily Telegraph
Employees who saved the maximum amount of £250 a month will receive £14,008, which is a gain of £5,008 on their original investment of £9,000. Those saving £50 a month will get £2,808, £1,008 more than their original investment of £1,800.
Source: www.telegraph.co.uk
Top Summer Holiday Destinations in 2012 - msnbc.com
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM — A number of people are preparing to go on holiday this summer. As low cost airlines make it easier to see the world more than ever before, there are a vast number of prime locations which are now easily accessible.
Asda Finance reveals the top summer destinations for 2012.
Turkey
Over the last decade, Turkey has captured the hearts of European and international tourists. It has now become a highly sought after holiday destination which offers sun, sea and culture at reasonable prices. The southern regions of the country are particularly popular with tourists offering a gold coastline with a range of high quality accommodation.
Spain
Spain is the most popular holiday destination for families, according to one travel operator. (i)Spain has something to offer all holidaymakers; from extreme party paradise islands such as Ibiza, to family fun in Barcelona and relaxing retirement properties in Alicante.
Majorca is also a popular hot spot for British tourists. The island is easily accessible and bustling with summer holiday activities.
Portugal
Portugal is another popular holiday destination for British tourists. There are a number of fantastic places to visit within the country, from the cultural capital of Lisbon to the sunny shores of Algarve.
Italy
Italy is bursting with culture and great cuisine. From the historic Vatican City to the romantic city of Venice, there is a lot to see and do.
Milan is typically considered the fashion capital of the country, attracting some of the world's most prestigious designers and clothing shops, making the city ideal for a summer shopping trip.
When travelling overseas it could be worth considering taking out travel insurance before you go.
Notes to editors
(i)Association of British Travel Associations (ABTA) 2011 report Fiesta for families - Spain tops UK families' getaway choices. http://www.abta.com/about/news/view/424.
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New Morrisons plan submitted for centre - Swindon Advertiser
New Morrisons plan submitted for centre
7:00pm Wednesday 20th June 2012 in News By David Wiles
MORRISONS has formally submitted a planning application to build a new Eldene centre, with a large supermarket as part of a £15m redeveloment project.
Swindon Council has entered an agreement with the chain, which would build the centre on the former site of Dorcan House, in Dorcan Way, which is privately owned.
Morrisons held a public consultation on the project in May at Eldene Community Centre to explain the proposal and answer questions.
David Bevan, of Morrisons, said: “Six hundred people attended our recent public consultation and 97.78 per cent supported the proposed Morris-ons supermarket, while 94.44 per cent supported the creation of a new Eldene local centre.
“Local people welcomed the opportunity to have a new store to serve the south east Swindon catchment and the increase in choice and competition.
“A number of problems at the existing Eldene centre, including anti social behaviour, were highlighted to us, and people welcomed the opportunity for its renewal and relocation.”
Under the new development, which is subject to the application’s approval, the council would lift a covenant restricting the use of the land for offices only, to allow Morrisons to build a 25,000sqft supermarket with 250 car parking spaces.
The scheme, which would create about 250 jobs, would also include three smaller retail or commercial units alongside the superstore. The tenants at the existing parade of shops, with the exception of the Co-op, would be given first refusal to relocate.
There was originally supposed to be a fuel station, but Morris-ons says the site is not big enough to accommodate it. The scheme would also involve a new road access from the existing Dorcan and Hindle Way roundabout.
If planning permission is gained, the existing shopping parade owned by Swindon Council would be demolished and the council would work up plans for the site.
Speaking in May, council leader Rod Bluh (Con, Old Town), who used to represent Dorcan, said: “I’m delighted it’s going forward. As a Dorcan councillor it was an aim of mine in the eight years since I became one.
“It was obvious in 2004 that the centre needed to be replaced. I’m thrilled we’re moving forward on that and I see it as a really positive proposal for the Eldene and Liden area.”
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Source: www.swindonadvertiser.co.uk
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