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Paris, Amstelveen, Norwich, 10September 2015 – Wayne Easlea has been appointed Operations Director of KLMUKEngineering Limited, a wholly owned AFI KLM E&M subsidiary specialising in maintenance solutions for regional and narrow body aircraft fleets.

Waynestarted his aviation career at KLM UK Engineering (formally AirUKEngineering)in 1990 as an aircraft maintenance apprentice. After graduating he worked as a licensed Technician and then as a Supervisor in Base Maintenance. In 1998 he moved toAmsterdamto lead a Line Maintenance team of 10. Upon his return to the UK in 2001 Wayne joined the management team, initially as an Aircraft Maintenance Project Manager and then to the role of Production Support Manager. Since then Wayne has managed the Materials, Stores and Base Maintenance departments and held EASA Form 4 responsibility. Wayne has a wealth of experience within the company and the industry and will be a great addition to the team.

On learning of his appointment, Wayne Easlea said: “I am very proud to be appointed Operations Director of KLM UK Engineering Limited. I hope that the knowledge and experience acquired throughout my 25 year career will have a positive impact on the company and its clients. KLM UK Engineering is an outstanding company with extensive experience and know-how in regional fleet maintenance, specialising in Boeing 737, Airbus A320, BAe146/RJ andFokker aircraft. My main objective is to continue the delivery of quality maintenance and value to our customers and to further develop our capability on new aircraft types.”

Tekpro are delighted to welcome Nutrivet Misr to their web of international distributors. Dr Sarhan’s company, based in Giza, provides additives to feed pellet mills throughout Egypt. They plan to help improve their customer’s pellet quality by introducing them to Tekpro’s Holmen durability testers. Dr Sarhan visited the UK for the first time to spend two days training with Tekpro, learning the full capability of their electro-mechanical equipment. He believes there is a lot of potentialfor the equipment in the Egyptian feed market.Tekpro are currently exporting a large amount toUSA and Australia, and hopes that the new relationshipwill blossom to the same effect.

Norfolk Food and Drink ~ Septembers menu review Delia’s Restaurant and Bar, Friday 28thAugust 2015

To view the currentmenu visithttps://www.deliascanarycatering.co.uk/delias/menu.aspx We received a very warm welcome on arrival, Anna’s coat was checked, and we were escorted to the bar prior to being taken to the table.

A friendly and knowledgeable waitress assisted us with the wine list, offering advice, recommendations and a sample of the one of the potential wines for us to taste. We selected the Gavi Battistina which we enjoyed in the environment which was modern and stylish, clean and well lit with a nice selection of jazz as background music.

We were quickly offered olives from Casablanca and homemade sweet potato crisps, both of which were very well presented and very tasty so were a welcome addition whilst we enjoyed our wine. We were escorted to our table at our convenience, and offered the current menu to peruse whist waiting for our starters to arrive. A delicious selection of homemade bread, white, wholemeal and rosemary focaccia were offered and again were gratefully received. This excellent level of customer service and attention to detail, with so many homemade elements within the dishes, set a very high standard and it continued throughout the evening. Debbie and the other waitresses were all excellent, courteous, friendly and efficient.

I had the Norfolk Gardeners Soup to start, which was served piping hot and attractively garnished with fresh basil, parsley and cream. I enjoyed this fully flavoured starter with more of the homemade bread.The salad was an ideal crossover dish being appropriate for late summer/early autumn, whatever the weather! It was very well presented, neat and precise with attractive slices of the apple to bring a fresh zingy element as well as colour to the dish. The perfectly prepared small, crunchy croutons added extra bite to the dish, whilst the lovely Norfolk White Lady cheese was carefully melted to the right point to provide a delicate softness, yet not losing its form.

The main courses were both very nicely presented in bowls appropriate for the size of the dish. I had the slow braised belly pork, which was beautifully cooked, the combination of elements worked very well, to give a nice variety to the dish. I particularly enjoyed the way the pork rested upon the shredded runner beans, which were a lighter vegetable and a tasty addition to the dish, and was topped with the sautéed apple and onion slice. The new potatoes were very fresh and nicely flavoured with mint and worked very well with intense juniper and cider sauce. The risotto was very well cooked, with a good bite maintained in the rice. I felt that the sweetness of the Madeira was fine addition to the intense mushroom flavour, giving an additional opulence to this rich dish, and lashings of Parmesan tumbled down this mountain of deliciousness. The puddings were most enjoyable, and well composed on the plate. We shared the puddings and were most impressed by the Norfolk Coffee Cream pudding. The homemade shortbread was beautifully crumbly, and gave a different texture to accompany the fresh tasting coffee cream and the intense, syrupy jug of coffee. The cheeseboard was excellent, with the nice selection of local cheeses and appropriate accompaniments. It should be noted that the homemade biscuits were superb, which again elevated the overall quality of the dish.

My Americano to finish was lovely, as was my wife’s Irish coffee, and the petit four finished off the evening perfectly.

Call 01603 218705 to book or select the link at the top of the page.

https://www.deliascanarycatering.co.uk/contact/nfdf-review.aspx

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You’ll be researching leads online and by phone, and making full use of social media. Plus you’ll be part of a creative and amazingly friendly team.

You’ll have confidence, a creative imagination, strong planning and time-management abilities, plus good presentation and people skills. If you’ve experience in advertising or TV production, have marketing qualifications or a degree, so much the better. But as long as you can demonstrate these skills, your enthusiasm, and can sell yourself to us, we’d like to hear from you.

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Closing Date: Monday 14th September 2015.

Matt Goddard, Chartered Financial Planner & Wealth Manager at Norwich based SG Wealth Management has been elected as Chartered Champion for the Norfolk region of the Personal Finance Society (PFS).

Chartered status enables individuals and firms to demonstrate their professional commitment to raising standards of knowledge, capability and ethical practice. It tells their clients that they can expect the highest quality of service.

Chartered champions, first established in 2009, act as local advocates for the Chartered status in their respective regions to promote the its benefits to the financial planning profession and to the wider community. The presence of at least one Chartered champion in every region means that the PFS now has the ability to provide the growing body of Chartered members in the UK with a variety of initiatives including ‘Chartered Connections’ events which establish links with other professionals such as lawyers and accountants.

“Having achieved the Chartered status in 2011, I personally feel it has benefitted me in my discussions with professionals in the legal and accountancy fields as well as with potential clients. As the Chartered Financial Planner status is still relatively new when compared with say Accountants, Surveyors and the like, the benefits need to be promoted to the sector and the public. I also broadened my knowledge by studying for the STEP certificate for Financial Services has led me to sitting on the Norwich and Norfolk STEP branch committee and a link to the Norfolk Joint Institutes committee” Matt Goddard

Chartered brings with it serious obligations. Holders are required to ensure the advice, service and ongoing support they provide is:

• of the highest quality
• based on the client’s researched needs
• provided by someone operating within their level of competency.

Holders meet this in a number of ways…

• a commitment to professional development, including attaining the highest qualifications
• belonging to the CII or the Personal Finance Society (the financial advice arm of the CII Group), including adhering to the CII Code of Ethics
• adhering to continuing professional development requirements.

Matt joined SG Wealth Management in 2011 and has been providing financial advice since 1997. He has a wide breadth of experience working with multi-national life offices, private banking and more recently the High Net Worth clients of SG Wealth Management. Matt is among the elite of financial advisers in the country being a Fellow of the Personal Finance Society, a Chartered Financial Planner and a member of the Institute of Financial Planning. He is also an affiliate member of STEP (Society of Trust & Estate Planners) having attained the STEP certificate for Financial Services (Distinction).

SG Wealth Management & SG Corporate Services will be at the B2B Exhibition on Thursday 15th October, come along to meet the team for a chat about your personal finances in the Advice and Finance zone. We also help address a range of needs for companies of all sizes from small start-ups through to businesses with thousands of employees.

Aston Shaw, a local accountancy firm, has been busy fundraising and raising awareness for the local children’s charity EACH (East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices) since it first launchedthe campaign in February of this year. The main event – a grouptandem skydive with 25 staff members – has been hugely successful, raising over £10,000 for the local charity.

The day itself was a nerve-racking experience for some, followed by feelings of relief and an overwhelming sense of pride. One of the brave skydivers commented: “I was really anxious and apprehensive on the day, but afterwards I couldn’t have been happier – it was an incredible experience and I’m tempted to do another!”, these feelings were echoed amongst most of the staff who took part at Aston Shaw.

The skydive took place at Beccles Airfield, on August 22nd, the weather was perfect and the day ran as smoothly as possible.All the staff are pleased to have surpassed the initial target set by the firm. Post-skydive donations continue to roll in, and the total continues to rise.

EACH supports families and cares for children and young people with life-threatening conditions across Cambridgeshire,Essex, Norfolk and Suffolk and relies heavily on donations from fundraising activities. The £10,000 raised by Aston Shaw will largely go towards thenookappeal; EACH is raising money for a new, bespoke hospice to be built in the heart of Norfolk. The new hospice will be much better equipped to provide the services that the children need, and will bring new facilities for the children to enjoy.

With statistical research predicting an approximate annual death toll of 2,450 deaths this year alone, the devastating and far-reaching consequences of asbestos exposure are clear. With 1st September 2015 being National Asbestos Awareness Day, this article seeks to examine civil claims in relation to asbestos related diseases within the employer-employee context, given that many asbestos related injuries involve historic employment experiences.

Asbestos is a term attributable to a collective of six different fibrous materials that occur naturally in the environment; such substances include amosite, chrysotile, crocidolite, tremolite, actinolite and anthophylite. As asbestos minerals have long, strong, flexible fibres that are fire and heat resistant, it has typically been used in the manufacture of yarn, cloth and building materials, the latter of which are comprised of insulating material, corrugated roofing and cement wall tiles.

Exposure to asbestos occurs in a variety of ways. Disturbance or damage to asbestos can result in fibres being freed which, if inhaled, can lead to an array of diseases. Lung and throat cancers, asbestosis and non-malignant pleural diseases are some of the main diseases associated with the inhalation of asbestos fibres. Additionally, mesothelioma – a form of cancer – is another disease caused by the release of asbestos particles. Unlike other ailments, mesothelioma can be caused by the release of a single asbestos fibre. Such conditions take approximately 15 to 60 years to become apparent and diagnosable following an individual’s exposure to asbestos.

A plethora of legislation has been developed to regulate the use, removal and management of asbestos; central to this has been the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 (SI 2012/632). This sets out a number of duties on the employer, such as the duty to manage asbestos in non-domestic premises as well as to inform, instruct and train employees, amongst many other regulations. Defendants charged with a breach of the CAR 2012 regulations, can cite a defence that they took all reasonable steps and exercised all due diligence to avoid such a breach. Failure to comply with these regulations constitutes a criminal offence and, as such, is beyond the scope of this article.

Regarding a civil claim, under the Limitation Act 1980 a claimant may bring a claim in the three years following the date on which they become aware that a claim can be made. Given the latency period for asbestos-related diseases, this is usually from the date the asbestos-related disease is diagnosed or when the claimant could have reasonably started to explore the possibility of making a claim.

With respect to any asbestos induced disease, a claimant must prove, on the balance of probabilities, the following:

The defendant owed him a duty; The defendant breached such duty; and As a result of the breach the claimant suffered an injury.

Based on the above listed factors, an employer-employee relationship carries a sufficient degree of proximity between the parties to impose on an employer a duty of case, this is as noted in Caparo v Dickman. Alternatively, a defendant can also be liable for negligently exposing an individual to asbestos. Despite knowledge of the perilous effects of asbestos being well-documented from the mid-60s forwards, it is necessary to ascertain what the employer knew, or ought to have known, of the dangers of exposing an employee to asbestos. The employer must balance the risk in terms of the potential for an injury to occur and the consequences of such an injury against the efficacy, expense and difficulties of implementing safeguards. Stokes v Guest, Keen and Nettlefold outline the following key points to consider in any claim:

The court will not consider an employer to have fallen foul of the standard expected of a reasonable and prudent employer if he followed a recognised practice. This is subject to the exception of the practice followed being in itself poor; An employer must keep up-to-date with developing knowledge concerning asbestos and must apply such knowledge to their workplace in an efficient manner; The employer is not able to rely on a defence that they were not aware of the harm that may be caused as a result of exposing an employee to asbestos; An employer is not able to cite a defence that their industry was, generally speaking, unaware of the risks of asbestos exposure without further information about the general state of knowledge available being advanced.

Given the time lapse between exposure to asbestos and a related disease becoming unearthed, it is likely that possible defendants could become insolvent, uninsured or they may have ceased trading; this clearly impacts on the damages available to victims. In assessing damages, a distinction must be drawn between diseases such as asbestosis and lung cancer compared to mesothelioma. In the former category, where the claimant has been exposed to asbestos over the course of several different job roles and varying employers, the courts rely on the principle of proportionate liability. Consequently, damages are apportioned against all potential tortfeasors in accordance with the dose of asbestos for which they are responsible. This is assessed by the duration and level of exposure to asbestos caused by each employer. Comparatively speaking, as mesothelioma can be caused by a single instance of exposure to asbestos, a defendant employer can be liable for a claimant’s ‘single exposure’ to asbestos, as per the ruling in Fairchild v Glenhaven Funeral Services Ltd. Section 3 of The Compensation Act 2006 reversed the dictum of Barker v Corus by allowing a claimant the right to seek full compensation from any potential defendant liable in negligence of breach of the above listed statutory duty for having exposed them to asbestos. It is then for the defendant to pursue the other likely defendants for a contribution towards the damages. Thus, the common test for causation is the ‘but-for’ test. However, in relation to mesothelioma cases, the claimant solely needs to prove that that particular defendant materially increased the risk of the injury, as here each potential defendant is jointly and severally liable.

With regard to contributory negligence, it is worth noting that the court can order a reduction to a claimant’s damages as a result of their smoking, or their exposing themselves to asbestos whilst self-employed.

LSI Architects has announced that the Practice hasthis year been accredited with the Gold standard by Investors In People!

As part of the reaccreditation, the Practicewas assessed in a number of areas including Business Strategy, Involvement and Empowerment, People Management and Continuous Improvement.

A few of the highlights,described as “WOW” areas in the assessment report, were:

• the Practice’s clear vision, aims and objectives which are openly communicated and understood by all
• the Practice’s strong core values are seen by everyone as right for the organisation and guiding it’sculture
• the importance of social responsibility to the organisation and individuals was recognised together with a strong emphasis on sustainability, both in terms of the future of the organisation and in the design ofbuildings
• the Practice’s culture is supportive and open
• managers are seen as good role models andPartners are well respected and trusted to lead the Practice; and,
• people feel fulfilled, valued and believe they have the opportunity to realise their potential and make the most of their talents,everyone interviewed believes LSI is a great place to work!

Partner Rupert Kitchen said “LSI Architects are proud to have been accredited by Investors in People (IIP) for a number of years which recognises us as a good employer. Always ones to challenge the status quo, when our reaccreditation was due this year, we decided to stretch ourselves and aim for “Gold” standard. Receiving IIP gold accreditation is a wonderful accolade for LSI and one we are very proud of.

This does not mean we are complacent however as there are always things we can do better. The great thing about IIP accreditation is that it gives us the opportunity to stand back and reassess our processes; consider how they all fit together and see where things can be improved. Also, having IIP specialists talk to members of the team about how they see things gives a truly objective view – a fresh pair of eyes.”

Katrina Parsons,HR Manager at the Practice, said “As HR Manager, I’m incredibly proud to be part of an organisation that is full of so many vibrant and talented people who care passionately not only about the quality of the buildings they design but the impact these have on the lives of those who use these buildings; or as we call itLife Touching Design.”

Congratulations to everyone who has received their A Level or GCSE results in the last couple of weeks. For those now looking to get a foot on the career ladder, we’ve put together some top tips for writing your first CV.

There’s an awful lot of advice out there about things to include, and what to avoid, when writing a CV and we’ve summarised these in a simple, handyguide. We’ve also made a CV template available todownload, which will help you structure and format your CV in a clear and concise way.

If you have just left school or college, knowing what to include when writing a CV for the first time can be a challenge, so we’ve also compiled some extra tips to help those looking to secure their first ever career role.

1. Make your opening profile stand out

Including an opening profile, summarising your key experiences, achievements and aspirations is a great opportunity to make sure the important information is set out immediately. Make sure you tailor this to highlight anything relevant to the role you are applying for and include the reason why you would like to work in this type of industry. It’s not just employment experience which counts. What relevant subjects did you excel in at school? Are there any personal hobbies or activities which show your suitability? Have your teachers praised your approach to work or studying?

2. Education is about more than just the grades

At this stage in your career it makes sense to list your academic achievements first, as this is predominately what is going to sell you. Set out your education in reverse chronological order with your most recent qualifications first. Don’t feel you have to list every exam you’ve taken, but do include those which are most relevant or impressive for the role you are applying for. You can then use the extra space to include a short summary of what you most enjoyed about the subject, details of any key projects completed and examples of any extra skills it has helped you to develop e.g. leadership, presenting, teamwork or organisation.

3. All work experience counts

Any work experience, however brief, is relevant when it comes to writing your first CV. Employers are keen to see evidence of direct experience within the world of work, in whatever shape or form. Don’t dismiss something because it was only a day’s work experience, or a job which only took up a couple of hours a week. Anything which shows you’ve already developed a work ethic, or commitment to learning new skills, should always be included at this stage.

4. IT skills are a key selling point

Using computers and social media may seem like a simple, every-day part of life to you, but these are skills which employers really value. Make sure you highlight the computer packages you are experienced in using as part of your personal statement, education qualifications, and interests and hobbies if appropriate. Don’t be afraid to include details of your social media accounts such as Twitter if you are confident they are a positive reflection of you. It’s becoming increasingly common for employers to search for potential employees online, so including this information makes it easier for them to find you.

5. Hobbies and interests

A hobbies and interests section is optional on a CV. However, if you lack any notable work experience, they can be a great way of getting your personality across. If you have an interest which backs up your reasons for applying for a role, make sure you include it. But don’t just write that you are enthusiastic about something. Demonstrate through examples and supporting details, how it has provided you with knowledge, skills, experience or simply the determination to complete a project or achieve a goal.

Good luck to everyone currently applying for roles. And don’t forget our expert team can provide additional help, advice and access to jobs currently being promoted. Get in touch with your localPure Resourcing Solutions officefor more information.

Norse’s Facilities Management division recently completed a total fit-out for the Norwich cash and carry warehouse of Capital Hair and Beauty.

Norse briefed, co-ordinated and managed the range of specialist sub-contractors, including electricians, plumbers, gas engineers and racking and display suppliers involved in taking a shell building to a fully functioning 140 square metre wholesale warehouse for the hair and beauty salon sector.

Dan Vanstone, Head of FM at Norse said; “This was the first time that Capital, who are one of the UK’s largest trade suppliers to Hairdressers, Beauty Therapists and Nail Technicians, have used a single supplier to fit out one of their warehouses. Our experience in managing multiple aspects of clients’ facilities was a perfect fit with the Capital’s requirements for a sole project management company.”

David Jackson, regional manager for Capital said; ” It was a positive experience and a huge benefit to be able to work closely with the Norse FM Team -Importantly our customers very much like the new shopping environment that has been created which I am sure will lead to increased sales. We are very pleased with the outcome of the project.”

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So if there are any environmentalists out there or anyone with a remote sensing requirement please get in touch for more information.

All for now.

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The key objectives of the Great Eastern Rail Campaign and the thousands of businesses and commuters who support it, will today (Wed Aug 26) be highlighted to all three companies bidding to run the Great Eastern Main Line.

Chloe Smith MP and Mark Pendlington, chairman of New Anglia LEP, joint chairs of the GEML Taskforce, will meet senior representatives of National Express and FirstGroup, as well as Abellio East Anglia Ltd, a joint venture between Abellio, the current franchise holder and Stage Coach, in Ipswich today (Wed).

Top of the list will be the requirement for new faster trains, more reliable services and better timetabling, which are all vital to delivering Norwich in 90 minutes, Ipswich in 60 and Colchester in 40, along with infrastructure improvements which are expected to be delivered by Network Rail.

Mark Pendlington, Joint Chair of the GEML Taskforce, said he wanted to see new ideas and original thinking to transform the rail line, often described as the “golden thread” running through the economies of Norfolk, Suffolk and Essex, that has the potential to deliver £4.5billion economic benefit and over 50,000 new jobs to the region.

He said: “We will be driving home to each of the bidders the importance of achieving our goals and delivering on the key recommendations from our campaign. This is so much more than business as usual, it’s about fresh ideas and innovative thinking and about transforming the Great Eastern Main Line into the 21st Century service that passengers need and deserve, and which is so essential for our growing successful economy.”

Chloe Smith MP for Norwich North and Joint Chair of the Taskforce said: “Thousands of passengers joined our campaign for better rail, which has won commitment to all the investment we asked for. We’ve arranged these meetings with franchise bidders to make sure they are in no doubt what passengers want in East Anglia. We are setting out high standards and we expect them to make sure their bids are good enough. The best bidder will be the one to bring in new trains, which is one of the central demands we have secured. We aim to achieve all the improvements we need in the next ten years.”

The three companies passed the pre-qualification stage in June. They are now working with Government to develop their proposals before receiving an official invitation to tender, expected in September.

Bidders have already been asked to show how they will improve the region’s railways including reduced journey times to London and how they could achieve the recommendations of the Great Eastern Main Line Taskforce.

The new operator is due to take over the franchise in October 2016.