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Team hands out energy saving bulbs in Hulme

An environmental team is handing out free energy efficient light bulbs to Hulme residents.

They will be based at the Asda store in Hulme during the afternoon of Friday 11^th April.

The team will also be talking to members of the public as part of the City Council's ongoing consultation into the future of recycling services.

Along with the light bulbs, the team is giving out free electricity saving 'power-down' plugs and a water-saving device that can be placed into toilet cisterns, reducing the amount of water that is released with each flush.

Emily Lomax, Labour candidate for Hulme Ward said: "Energy efficient light bulbs are not only good for the environment, they reduce the cost of your electricity bills, so we're keen to encourage Hulme residents to use them. It is great that low-energy light bulbs are being given to residents who signed pledges saying they would use them to replace their old bulbs "

Free Swiming for the over 60's

Emily Lomax welcomes the news that all over 60s in Manchester will be eligible for free swimming in Manchester's pools.

Manchester is the first city in England to offer such a comprehensive package for the over 60s. The overall aim of the Manchester scheme is to increase the number of people over 60 in the city who swim regularly as part of the Healthy Ageing Strategy.

The scheme will start on 1 June 2008 and run initially for one year and will include access to all Manchester pools including Moss Side Leisure Centre and the Aquatics Centre. A full assessment of the impact of the scheme will be undertaken.

Emily says "This is a great initiative as it will allow over 60s to enjoy socialising and keep fit at the same time."

Residents Parking Scheme for Hulme

Lots of residents have talked to Emily and the Hulme Labour Team about parking problems in Hulme. Emily is very pleased to report that through working closely with Cllr.Neil Swannick and the Labour team in Hulme, your Labour Council has agreed to start work right away on a residents’ parking scheme for Hulme. Cllr Swannick, Executive Member for the Environment said, “Emily made a very strong case for resident parking in Hulme and I agreed.The Council has now allocated funds and I will be meeting with the traffic engineers to discuss details of the new Hulme Residents’Parking Scheme. It is likely to be similar to the recently completed Ardwick scheme which is already proving very popular with residents.The Ardwick scheme allows residents to park FREE at any time, but commuters will be limited to 3-hours waiting or Pay and Display bays.All residents will be consulted before the introduction of the scheme.”
Emily is delighted to be able to deliver one of out top promises to you and hope that it will be first of many. Emily is committed to work with you and make Hulme an even better place for us all.

Cycle Security Events April 11th and 15th

Manchester Crime and Disorder Partnership in association with the Student Neighbourhood Partnership are inviting students and staff in the area to collect free bike locks, property marking kits, lights, on-line registration and security advice. Just come along with your bike to the Police Crime Reduction Van outside the MMU refectory, off Oxford Rd between 10am to 2pm Friday on 11th April 2008. Be warned these type of events are very popular so get there early to be sure to collect your freebies!

Also PCSO's at Piccadilly Station are having a free electronic security tagging day - They will be on the approach to the station April 15^th 07:30 to 10:00 then 14:00 to 16:00 just take your bike and they will fit the tag and help you register your bike on the police national database immobilise.com