Herald - Issue 397

29th October 2020 • The HERALD • Page 13 v SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL BUSINESSES v JIM GRASSICK Double Glazing Repairs • Locks • Handles • Hinges • Glass Over 40 years experience Tel: 07712 718343 Email: jamesgrassickSO45@gmail.com P ut Y our R epairs in S afe H ands Eastleigh & Chanders Ford, Southampton, New Forest Area Tel: 023 8019 3007 • Mobile: 07710 464093 Email: mark@markparsonsdecorating.co.uk Web: www.markparsonsdecorating.co.uk All aspects of Domestic and Commercial Painting & Decorating Services Ban on Plastic Straws, Cotton Buds and Drink Stirrers in England On 1st October a ban came into e ect on plastic straws, cotton buds and drink stirrers. You must not supply or sell single-use plastic: • straws and cotton buds to end-users in England (you can continue to supply single-use plastic straws and cotton buds to other businesses) • drink stirrers to end- users and businesses in England e ban applies to all businesses that supply these products, including manufacturers and retailers. If you do not stop selling or supplying these items, you could be ned. If you bought them before 1st October 2020, you can continue to supply or sell le over supplies of single-use plastic straws, cotton buds and drink stirrers until 1st April 2021 . For full details of the new legislation visit www. gov.uk/guidance/straws- cotton-buds-and-drink- stirrers-ban-rules-for- businesses-in-england e Hampshire and Isle of Wight Youth Commission acts as the voice of young people on the crime and policing issues that matter most to them. ey are seeking new members aged 14 to 25 years and by joining them you will: • Make a di erence. • Have your voice heard. • Gain knowledge, skills and experiences. • Meet a variety of new people. • Go to some great fun events. • Work with those who are making decisions on things that matter to young people. • Consult with young people on police and crime issues and seek ideas on how these can be tackled. • Work to raise awareness and educate young people via campaigns. • Learn about di erent issues that are relevant to them and their peers. e Youth Commission helps inform and support the work of the Police and Crime Commissioner, Michael Lane. If you are aged 14-25 and interested, or know a young person who might be, visit the Commissioner’s website www.hampshire-pcc.gov. uk/join to nd out more and apply to join. Have Your Say – Young People Needed