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The kindnessof strangers… | Simon Hoare

During this pandemic a light has shone very brightly – kind, community/neighbour focussed actions. Often, for the doer, a small thing; while for the...

There’s more to life than than Covid… | Simon Hoare

As hard as it may seem there is more to life than Covid and governments must be able to demonstrate to their electorates that...

No Time for Complacency | Simon Hoare

In the words of the Aretha Franklin song “Here We Go Again”. Covid seems like one of those film villains that despite shoot- ing, stabbing,...

Talking Trump | Simon Hoare

Given the electoral events in the USA I hope you will forgive me if I provide, this week, a few thoughts and comments on...

Autumn Lockdown | Simon Hoare

This Covid virus is a persistent one isn’t? There is absolutely no one who wanted to have tohave a second lockdown. However, the Government...

Select Committees | Simon Hoare

A few weeks ago I logged in a little late for a Zoom call to discuss a local issue with some Parish Councillors. I...

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Return to the ring

The equestrian summer season has been resoundingly normal this year – Sally Cooper spoke to competitors at the County Show to see why they...

Winter highlights and spring horizons at Wincanton Racecourse

Following a fantastic Boxing Day raceday at Wincanton, we can now turn our attention to an exciting few months of top-class racing and memorable...

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