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Scam alert issued by the Vale of Glamorgan Council

Andy HigginsComment

We have received a number of complaints in relation to a scam that has been reported in Barry and Penarth.

 Please be aware of a current doorstep scam working the area. These are calling themselves “Keep Britain Working” or “Nottingham Knocker’s” which are a very similar outfit (if not the same).

 They are doorstep callers who target areas offering small household products for sale. These callers may claim to be ex-convicts attempting to mend their ways or ex-servicemen, however they are not part of any recognised rehabilitation scheme.

 Please warn your communities, particularly elderly or vulnerable neighbours, not to open the door to strangers or buy or sell on the doorstep. Some doorstep callers may offer poor quality goods at inflated prices and if a caller is not genuine, they may be gathering information for future crime.

 Please keep in mind that if cold callers don’t get any sales in your area, they are less likely to return.

 How they work

The sellers may say that they are on a “rehabilitation course” arranged by Probation Services or other organisations trying to find people work. This is not the case and often they are known criminals. Probation Services do not run such schemes.

 They may show a card which claims to be a “Pedlars Licence” or work permit. This is not valid and they are breaking the law if they are using anything like this.

 They may also hand over a card saying they are deaf or dumb.

According to the Police, the bag of household products is supplied by someone who employs them. The males / females are supplied with a full bag of household products (including the typical tea-towels!) and charged a minimal sum for the contents – it used to be £35. They can keep whatever they make, above this amount.

 Usually they are deposited in an area from a transit van and given a list of streets to work. An hour or so later they are picked up and dropped off in another location. They often work from 9am to 9pm.

 They will knock on a door, offering cleaning items which they know are cheap and of very poor quality; the householder also knows they are rubbish but that is part of the scam. Many people will purchase items and pay them out of their good nature as they have fallen for their storey or, just to get rid of them. There have been cases of elderly residents handing over large sums as these people can be very persistent and confrontational.

 The price for whatever has been purchased usually comes to a note – usually £10. The householder disappears to get this – this is when the scam begins, according to the police. When the note is handed over, the lad examines the condition and how long it took the person to get it. If it is crumpled, they accept it and move on. If it is crisp flat and new – they are much more interested and may engage the person in more conversation, to obtain details about them. As they leave they will smell the note. If it is slightly musty – this is an indication that there is more in the property.

Those addresses are noted. The addresses of elderly / vulnerable / gullible people are all noted.

These are handed to the employer and there is a small amount of cash handed over for each one.

These addresses are then sold in prisons and pubs. If there is a later break-in, the employer expects a further cut of the proceeds.

Police advise that in almost every case of a stop check – the lads have long strings of convictions for burglary and violence. They use the skills learnt during their criminal activity to identify possible targets.

Cinemaes!

Andy HigginsComment

ROCKETMAN

The life story of the ever-colourful Elton John

Trailer https://youtu.be/mpOGT3GTO84

 

7pm for 7.30, Thursday 7th November

Village Hall, Llanmaes

 

Entry by Ticket only!

(we sold out last time)

Tickets £7.50 including drink on arrival

Licensed bar, snacks and raffle

 

Contact: Wendy Hewitt-Sayer on 07703 541745, or wendy_hs@hotmail.com

Jackie Wright on 07976 698325, or jackievewright@gmail.com

 

Profits will be shared between the

Church Restoration Fund and Llantwit Major Dementia Cafe

Coming up

Thursday 5th December – The Greatest Showman

This extremely popular, modern time classic is based on the story of P T Barnum and the creation of his circus – not to be missed!

Thursday 9th January – Swimming with Men

Inspired by a true-life story of a group of men who—feeling lost and lonely as they reached middle age—formed a men's synchronized swimming team

FIRST AID TRAINING

Andy HigginsComment

LLanmaes Community Council FIRST AID TRAINING DAY

Saturday 19th Oct 2019 9:15 - 4:30 pm

Llanmaes Village Hall

If you wish to attend this FREE course please contact Tim Fowler on 01446 790401 by Thursday 10th Oct.

Llanmaes Film Night

Andy HigginsComment

We are very pleased to announce the launch of a new and exciting social event for the village - the Llanmaes Film Night! We plan to run an event every month with the first three pencilled in for:

Thursday October 3rd - Fisherman's Friends. Based on a true story, this is a comedy drama about a group of Cornish fisherman, signed up by Universal Records to record an album of sea shanties! A great movie for all the family.

Film Trailer here: https://youtu.be/3MJqOowzbNk

Thursday November 7th - Rocket Man.

This is a biographical film based on the life of the ever colourful Elton John. Suitable for over 15s only.

Film Trailer here: https://youtu.be/S3vO8E2e6G0

Thursday December 5th - the Greatest Showman.

This extremely popular, modern time classic is based on the story of P T Barnum and the creation of his circus. Plenty of songs to singalong to and fun for all the family.

Film Trailer here: https://youtu.be/AXCTMGYUg9A

Tickets will be on sale soon but in the mean time please clear your diaries in readiness for these great events! Tickets will be £7.50 each or £5 for under 16s to include a drink on arrival (wine or soft drink). Further drinks and snacks will be available to buy on the night and we will hold a raffle. All proceeds will be going to a worthwhile cause - 50% to the church restoration fund and 50% to a local charity yet to be confirmed.

We very much hope you will support this new initiative such that we can roll it over into 2020. More details to follow but for now, please Save the Dates!

Social Event Announcement!

Andy HigginsComment

The Llanmaes Social Committee are pleased to announce our event scheduled for October 11th, at 7pm at Llanmaes Village Hall.

Nights Out - Arts Council for Wales presents Shylock. Rhodri Miles (Game of Thrones, Atlantis) returns to the stage after sell out tours of Burton and Dylan Thomas, Clown in the Moon. Not to be missed so please contact the Llanmaes Social Committee as soon as possible to purchase your tickets, limited number of tickets available so don’t put it off until October!!

Click Here for the Social Calendar and more information

Village BBQ

Andy HigginsComment

Come and join us this Saturday 22nd June in the Village Hall for Village BBQ
We have just a few tickets left
Contact: Annie 07813 290032
Or Jackie 07976 698325 or 01446 796605
We hope to see you there! 

Village BBQ and Quiz

Andy HigginsComment

Why not come and join us again this year for our annual village BBQ, on Saturday 22nd June at 7pm at Llanmaes Village Hall.

Adults £7.50, Children £2.50 (Only 60 tickets available!)

Ticket includes, Burger and a Sausage in a bun, salad and delicious desserts

Bring your own drinks

Please order vegetarian in advance. For tickets please contact

Annie on 07813 290032 or Jackie on 07976 698325 / 01446 796605

Alternatively get in touch via the village website at the following link

www.llanmaesonline.com/contactus

Annual Plant Sale

Andy HigginsComment

Llanmaes Social Committee host their Annual Plant sale in the Village Hall on Sunday 12th May from 11.00 to 3.00pm

There will be a variety of bedding plants, shrubs, Annuals, perennials, hanging baskets and vegetables all at competitive prices!

Delicious cream teas, coffees and soft drinks and raffle prizes

Plant donations, gratefully received

Please bring along on the day or contact Jackie Wright 01446 796605 or 07976 698325

jackievewright@gmail.com

Thanks

Jackie

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Boules!

Andy HigginsComment

Llanmaes V Old St. Mellons, Sunday 5th May at Old St. Mellons. Kicking off at 2pm.

We are delighted to tell you that we’re having an inter - village fun Boules afternoon (NO previous experience required but GRATEFULLY APPRECIATED if you have actually tossed a boule before!) If you don’t want to play, you’re still invited to come along as a supporter!

Old St Mellons have kindly offered to host us and will be providing light refreshments! Our Cardiff Lady Mayor, Dianne Rees, is very kindly supplying a trophy! It’ll be the equivalent of the cricket ‘Ashes’ ! Ahem!

If you’re interested in coming along and would like further information, please contact Llanmaes Social Committee member, Hilary Hutchinson.

hillyhutch@googlemail.com or mobile no: 07841423499. 

Easter Egg Hunt

Andy HigginsComment

Llanmaes Social Committee are delighted to invite you to the Annual Easter Egg Hunt hopping off at 10.45 in the Blacksmiths Arms on Easter Monday 22nd April.

Bring along your children and grandchildren to search for hidden eggs. Followed by raffle and drinks

Please RSVP Jackie by 15th April latest with names and ages at :

jackievewright@gmail.com

Tel: 01446 796605

or 07976 698325

Bingo Evening

Andy HigginsComment

Come and join us for a Bingo Evening of fun at Llanmaes Village Hall on Friday 12th April at 7.00pm

Tickets £7.50 to include supper. Bar available.

In aid of St Cattwg’s Church Restoration Fund

Tickets from :

Wendy 07703 541745 or Jackie 07976 698325

Social Committee A.G.M.

Andy HigginsComment

Please come along and join us at the Village Hall on Wednesday 27th March at 7.00pm for the Llanmaes Social Committee AGM. All are welcome, come along for a chat and some cheese & wine!
The Social Committee are always looking for new members. Hope to see you there!

The Social Committee