Herald - Issue 425

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To further reassure you that you’re getting the right person for the job, he’s fully insured, quali ed to the latest edition of the wiring regulations, and is a member of NAPIT. is means he is able to notify Local Authority Building Control of any works carried out that fall under Part P of the Building Regulations. Forest Electrical Services cover all aspects of electrical works, installing new circuits, creating additions to existing circuits, and tting new consumer units (what many of us call fuse boxes) that conform to modern standards. In recent years Forest Electrical Services have been able to o er a new specialism. With the growth in popularity of electric vehicles, Gary made sure he took Forest Electrical Services are based on theWaterside and cover the New Forest, Southampton and Winchester. You can be assured of the highest quality at a fair price. For a free estimate, get in touch with Gary Smith of Forest Electrical Services today to arrange a visit to your property. You can contact Gary using the details opposite. the necessary quali cations to be able to t the charging units. Consequently, he has already tted dozens of them in the area. If you’re considering getting an electric car, or are moving home and need a new unit installed, then Forest Electrical Services are the experienced and reliable choice to get the job done. Gary Smith, Forest Electrical Services New Forest (East) Probus Club AGM e New Forest Probus Club held their AGM at the Dibden Golf Club on ursday 19th April. e retiring President, Ian, reported that the past year had been di cult, with COVID-19 problems precluding many activities, except for the odd Co ee morning. e Club had enjoyed a selection of interesting speakers, many were given via Zoom (Subjects included: Port of Southampton, Lepe Country Park developments and Birds of Hampshire). Membership has decreased, due to three deaths and retirements into the low 30’s. e Christmas lunch was much enjoyed by the members. e new Committee was agreed by the members with Henley as President, other committee positions were lled with the exception of Speaker’s Secretary. e existing Speaker’s Secretary agreed to continue until the year end. In his inaugural address, President Henley was concerned that the Club needs to increase its membership, and requested members, where possible, to recruit new members. Henley suggested members use his experience when he was successfully persuaded and employed to become a Vodka tester. is experience, he felt, would be useful in recruiting new members. e meeting concluded with an interesting illustrated talk by Ron Taylor, titled ‘Spice up your life’. Ron explained the meaning of many ‘E’ notes seen on most food products, some of which did not sound too attractive. His talk also included a summary of Breads and Beans, worldwide. is included a caution on the ingredients of the common super market white sliced loaf: If anyone is interested in joining, please contact the Secretary, call: 023 8089 7967. Henley (left) and retiring President Ian (right)