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It has been reported that Trump wants to sell off the national parks and fired park staff by the 1000's Rangers hit out at Trump’s plans for National Parks: ‘They’re going to be sold off’ Analysis: Trump Plan to Sell Public Lands Targets Treasured Places, Protected Wildlife Parks Are Being Dismantled Before Our Very Eyes Inside Trump’s Plan to Sell Out America’s Public Lands to Mining Trump is laying the groundwork to privatize America’s national parks Donald Trump Is Dismantling America’s Public Parks

Dropping a live chicken down the flue is another method used in the countryside in the past. For a boat flue you need a smaller breed of bird like a coot.

Stanground Boatyard (Peterborough) near the entry lock to the Middle Level Willy Watt Marina, Ringstead

I know the feeling, since the last dose of Co-vid left me with damaged lungs, I suffered from low mean blood oxygen saturation level of only 76% (Normal 97% to 100%). Which leaves me knackered as well after climbing stairs or walking any distance. Can you still lift your pint? Or have you been reduce to half's

They been watering the fields in the Fens for the last two months, it has been sometime since we had any real rain here. April was very dry as was Easter and Red May Bank Hoilday. As for Perry, he's probably checking his golden handshake.

He was and it was more or less a case of slapped wrists don't do it again. He should have gone down for more than three years. Morgan Smith from Northampton, pleaded guilty to gross negligence manslaughter at Bournemouth Crown Court on 20 July, 2023. He was sentenced to three years' imprisonment at Winchester Crown Court on 21 November 2023. Was out after only serving fourteen months

themselvesribunal Still the case now with Job (Joke) Centre Plus. Most Job coaches are clueless and only interested in meeting targets and winning the weekly cream bun for most sanctions referred and number of claims closed or suspended. Some of you know that sometime ago I became my autistic nephew appointed court of protection representative after the strain of dealing with the DWP resulted in my sister, his mother have a mental breakdown. Since then I have had the misforture to have dealings with that den of sanction happy, power hungry bunch of self servicing spivs and chancers known as the DWP. My last meeting with the DWP, required my nephew to attend the meeting. Which he did with his two full time carers. Now my nephew has full autism spectrum disorder (ASD), is deaf in one ear and mute. He also has a mental age of a seven or eight year (35 years old) and 6'6" tall, built like a brick outhouse hence a very strong and requires two carers to handle him when upset. At meeting, it was quite clear that the DWP employee had not read the background notes regarding his condition and that all questions should be directed to me as his representative. From the start this person was looking for trouble and a reason to stop the claim. When asking questions they directed them at my nephew, who did not understand the questions. When I answered, they told me to be quite or they have me removed from the building as my nephew was required to answer the questions. Being mute this was not possable even if he did understand the question. He was getting upset from the questioning, at which point I demanded to speak to their manager. Instead they called security claiming I threaten them. Security then called the police when his two carers back me up on what did happen. The police were not happy being called in for no good reason. Their view asking to speak to a manager concerning a employee action is not considered threatening behavior. It's a normal and expected step in addressing a issue. As the police were called, a manager had to be produced as the police themselves wanted to have a word or two concerning wasting police time. As for the interview, the manager canceled it on the spot, so it could be arranged for another day. A few days later I had a letter telling me that the claim had been suspended for failing to attend the interview. Seems this is a common trick to remove an event from the records. I had to go through the full appeal process which took months, both carers had reported their concerns about what happen at the interview to social services as did the two Police officers who made a report about the callout. These two reports were of great help at the tribunal stage (These tribunals are part of the court system and are separate from the DWP). The DWP decision maker at the Mandatory Reconsideration stage, had sided with the DWP employee as it happens with most cases at this stage. The tribunal quickly ruled in my nephew favour when presented with the true facts of what happen on the day. Credit to one of the judges who was able to use Makaton, a simplified version of British Sign Language to ask my nephew a few simple questions about the day in question. I had brought him along to the tribunal for the judges to see for themselves my nephew as part of the case I was presenting. He was awarded full back payments to his claim as well as an additional compensatory award, plus my costs. The DWP was heavily criticized by the tribunal judges for their actions in this case. my nephew was fortunately to have family and friends to help out with his living costs while we waited through the months for his case to reach the tribunal and for my second cousins checking the legal paperwork therefore saving the cost of a solicitor as both being legal professionals. For many this is not the case and some individuals have died before their scheduled DWP tribunal date, with causes including natural death, suicide, and starvation, potentially due to delays or issues within the benefits system. Examples Errol Graham: A disabled man, who starved to death after his benefits were wrongly stopped, highlighting the DWP's failure to safeguard vulnerable individuals. Disability Rights UK reported that his body was found by bailiffs who were sent to evict him because he had not paid his rent for seven months. The DWP was found to have failed to take reasonable steps to obtain evidence that his health had improved before removing his only source of income, according to the report. https://www.disabilityrightsuk.org/news/2020/january/disabled-man-starved-death-after-dwp-wrongly-stopped-his-benefits Kristie Hunt: A woman who took her own life after being incorrectly told she owed money to the DWP, showcasing the potential impact of DWP errors on mental health. The BBC reported that the coroner concluded that the problems she faced with the DWP had "likely impacted adversely on Kristie Ann Hunt's state of mind and likely contributed to her actions" https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c20nrv02vz1o That is the case with some landlords, but others who read the Daily Mail or Express have a very negative on people who claim benefits.

The universal credit (UC) housing element is usually paid to the claimant. Then it's the claimant responsibility to pay their landlord the full rent. If the housing element is less than the rent, the claimant has to cover the shortfall. The reasoning behind this, is to get the claimant used to budgeting their monthy payment as they would an wage payment. Many claimants prefer to have the rent paid direct to them as it hides the fact that they are claiming housing from their landlord. Even today many housing ads from Bedsits to Houses often have 'No DSS, DHSS or DWP' in the ad. In some cases, Universal Credit (UC) can be paid directly to the landlord, rather than being paid to the tenant. This is known as an Alternative Payment Arrangement (APA) or a Managed Payment to Landlord (MPTL). The landlord can ask to be paid direct if the claimant owes at least 2 or more months rent.

I do once or twice a week from Blackfriars to Waterloo, don't fancy the walk between the two at night A Section 8 order from the Canal & River Trust (CRT) is a formal written notice that can lead to the removal of a boat from a waterway if it is found to be unlicensed or persistently breaching the terms of a valid licence.

I was at the Poole Regatta when this happen in 2022, We both heard and saw the boat or rather its wake (No Nav Lights turned on) as it shot out of the Yacht Club moorings with both throttles hard over as it raced off into the darkness of the harbour. Like many others we called up the Harbour Masters office on the VHF to report this. The feeling among many is that he should have got more than three years as will be out in less than eighteen months or less. Question is how do you inforce any change in the rules that the coroner wants? There are over 8000 boats moored in Poole harbour alone. How do you check each one before it departs that the person in command is sober. You will need alot of people to check even a few hundard when the weather is good. Copy of the coroner's report. REGULATION 28 REPORT TO PREVENT FUTURE DEATHS Secretary of State for Transport Chief Executive Officer of the Royal Yachting Association (RYA) CORONER I am Rachael Clare Griffin, Senior Coroner, for the Coroner Area of Dorset. CORONER’S LEGAL POWERS I make this report under paragraph 7, Schedule 5, of the Coroners and Justice Act 2009 and Regulations 28 and 29 of the Coroners (Investigations) Regulations 2013. INVESTIGATION and INQUEST On 16th May 2022 I commenced an investigation into the death of David John Haw, born on the 9th September 1997 who was, therefore, aged 24 years at the time of his death. The investigation concluded at the end of the inquest on 17th December 2024. The medical cause of death was: Ia Drowning The conclusion of the Inquest was unlawful killing. CIRCUMSTANCES OF THE DEATH On the evening of the 1st May 2022, David attended a prize giving event at Poole Yacht Club, Poole as part of Poole Regatta having been a member of crew for the vessel Off Beat. At just after midnight on the 2nd May 2022 having left the event, David as a passenger with others, boarded on a ridged hull inflatable boat (RHIB) called Fargo, which was a support boat being used for another boat at Poole Regatta. The RHIB travelled to Poole Quay Boat Haven, dropped 3 people off and left there at 0.15 hours at which point David was sat in the bow of the deck of the vessel. At 0.18 hours RHIB Fargo collided with Diver Buoy in Poole Harbour, Poole causing David to be thrown out of the vessel into the water. He disappeared and was later recovered from the water on the 14th May 2022, about 100 metres from Diver Buoy. At the point of the collision the RHIB was being helmed at excessive speed, approximately 30 knots, which is 3 times the speed limit for the waters, which was not a safe speed. The helm of the vessel did not hold appropriate qualifications to helm the boat at night and was under the influence of alcohol at the point of the collision. There was no pilotage plan for the journey, nor was there a safety briefing or offer to passengers to use lifejackets. There was no challenge by the helm to David about his position sitting in the bow of the deck. The helm used a navigation app on a phone which is not an approved method of navigation and would negatively impact on night vision. The helm failed to keep a proper look out. CORONER’S CONCERNS During the course of the inquest the evidence revealed matters giving rise to concern. In my opinion there is a risk that future deaths could occur unless action is taken. In the circumstances it is my statutory duty to report to you. The MATTERS OF CONCERN are as follows. – As the Royal Yachting Association (RYA) state in Addendum A (RYA) – Recommended Notice of Race Wording to their Guidance and Good Practice, “Sailing is by its nature an unpredictable sport and therefore inherently involves an element of risk.” Vessels that operate on the water are categorised as either pleasure or commercial vessels under current legislation and the legal requirements governing the design, construction and operation are very different, with commercial vessels being more heavily regulated. The definition of a pleasure vessel is provided under Regulation 2 of The Merchant Shipping (Vessels in Commercial Use for Sport or Pleasure) Regulations 1998 and any vessel that does not meet the definition under regulation 2, is a commercial vessel. I have concerns that pleasure vessels are being used in a manner, and in conditions, that would be very similar to commercial vessels without the same safety mitigation. For example, there is no requirement to have a safety briefing prior to a journey on a pleasure vessel, whereas there is on a commercial vessel, however the risks may be the same, which can include death. Further in relation to pleasure vessels, there is currently no legislation prohibiting the use of alcohol or drugs by those who are helming a vessel for private or pleasure use, whereas for those helming a commercial vessel, there is. The Railways and Transport Safety Act 2003 was enacted on 10th July 2003. Section 78 & 79 of that Act created an offence for professional mariners to perform their duties if impaired by alcohol, with Section 81 setting a prescribed limit for alcohol consumption. This position is very similar to an offence of driving a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol. Under Section 80(3) there is a specific offence applicable to non-professional mariners of operating a vessel underway whilst under the influence of alcohol or drugs, however it is not currently in force. Accordingly, it is not illegal to helm a pleasure vessel under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Helming a vessel under the influence of alcohol or drugs could lead to a future death given the impact alcohol and drugs have upon perception, control, judgement and decision making. Further, I have a concern that personal floatation devices, such as lifejackets or buoyance aids are not legally required to be carried on all vessels, nor is there any legal requirement to wear lifejackets. The current legalisation, The Merchant Shipping (Life-Saving Appliances and Arrangements) Regulations 2020, only requires pleasure vessels of over 13.7 metres in length to carry lifesaving appliances. I have concern that the lack of life saving appliances on all vessels could lead to future deaths. Finally, I have concerns about the use of support boats, often RHIBs, at sailing events or regattas, and particularly when they are used outside of the designated sailing time but in a way linked to the event, for example to transport people to and from the organised social events linked to the regattas, where often there is alcohol available. I have concerns that there is a culture of using such support boats as a form of taxi particularly at the social events, albeit not for pecuniary gain. This means they could come under the definition of a pleasure vessel and as those helming these vessels may be in drink, they may not take necessary precautions and safety measures given the lack of regulations. Further the owner and operator of the vessel may not be aware, as was the case in David’s death, of the use of the vessel in this way, or of the identity of those on board which may result in the vessel falling under the commercial vessel definition for the purposes of those journeys with the appropriate regulations not being followed. Under Rules 89 and 90 of the World Sailing Racing Rules of Saling (RRS20212024Finalwithbookmarks-[27255].pdf) (The Rules) there is a requirement for race organisers to issue a “Notice to Race” and “Sailing Instructions” for the race. Under Appendix J to the Rules, at paragraph J2.2, it is stated “Unless included in the notice of race, the sailing instructions shall include those of the following that will apply: …….. (9) restrictions on use of support boats, plastic pools, radios, etc.; on trash disposal; on hauling out; and on outside assistance provided to a boat that is not racing”. The RYA in their guidance recommend a risk statement is used by race organisers for sailing events, however, the RYA guidance does not contain a specific section to deal with the use of support boats. I am concerned there is a lack of guidance to organisers of race events to ensure that the owners, operators and skippers/helms of vessels are aware of the responsibilities around use of support boats during the period of sailing events, which could lead to a future death. ACTION SHOULD BE TAKEN In my opinion action should be taken to prevent future deaths and I believe you have the power to take such action. YOUR RESPONSE You are under a duty to respond to this report within 56 days of the date of this report, namely by 14th February 2025. I, the coroner, may extend the period. Your response must contain details of action taken or proposed to be taken, setting out the timetable for action. Otherwise, you must explain why no action is proposed.

That is still the case today, any changes in your circumstances and your claim is placed on hold while it is processed by a case manager. The time to process is opened ended according to the DWP. We have a couple in the marina who have a UC claim for housing and low income, reported a increase in both mooring fees and licence fee on the 31st March through their online UC journal. Nearly seven weeks the case manager has yet to require that proof of the increase is uploaded to the claim (This needs a action by the case manager to add a link to their online UC journal). At the moment their housing costs are not being paid and their council tax has been increased to the full monthly amount as the council tax office have been informed that the claim is suspended. While the marina is happy to wait. They were able to cover the April Middle Level payment, but are worryed about how they are going to cover this month payment. They have yet to get a reply from the council tax office. As to finding to finding out what is going on, It is not possable to contact a case manager direct, a message has to be sent to your Job coach (All people on UC have one), who may pass it on, but don't get your hopes up. All you will get from the UC call centre is that you should borrow the money. Putting people in a situation where a vulnerable individual, has no choice but to go to an illegal money lender, or "loan shark," due to their financial hardship and lack of access to legitimate credit. We moorers in the marina do help other moorers out when we can, but not new comers as over the years one or two have done runners without paying back. Also in great numbers on the London canals

Since becoming my autistic nephews appointed court of protection representative. I have had the misforture to have dealings with that den of sanction happy, power hungry bunch of self servicing spivs and chancers known as the DWP. Universal Credit Universal Credit itself doesn't offer a direct "home improvement loans or grants," However recipients of Universal Credit may be eligible for various home improvement grants from a number of schemes run by local authorities and charities Budgeting Advance: If you're already receiving Universal Credit, you can apply for a Budgeting Advance to help with unexpected household expenses, including repairs. You can get up to 100% of your estimated monthly entitlement to Universal Credit £316.98 per month for single individuals under 25 £400.14 for single individuals 25 or over £497.55 (combined) for couples where both are under 25 £628.10 (combined) for couples where at least one is 25 or over This is a loan that you will need to repay from your Universal Credit payments over any length of time up to 24 months There are various government-backed schemes and local authority initiatives that can provide financial assistance for home repairs and improvements. local authorities in England and Wales do have discretion to offer financial help, how much help depends on the views of the elected members of that council. Local Authority Discretionary Grants: Local authorities in England and Wales can offer grants or loans to help homeowners with essential repairs and improvements. The amount of assistance available and the eligibility criteria vary by local authority, so it's best to contact your local council for specific information. In some cases, interest-free loans may be offered to cover the cost of major repairs. Local authorities can also provide discretionary top-up grants or loans if the cost of repairs exceeds the maximum grant amount. Household Support Fund: Local councils in England have access to additional funding to help vulnerable households, which may include assistance with home repairs. Up to £400 is available in this round of funding which should cover the slipway charge for 3 days. The fund is limited so apply now before it runs out. Important Considerations: Eligibility: Many schemes have specific eligibility criteria, often based on income, the type of property, or the nature of the repairs Application Process: Be prepared to provide necessary documentation and follow the specific application procedures of the local authority or scheme. Conditions: Some grants may come with conditions, such as a requirement to use approved contractors. Legal Considerations: The Housing Act 2004 doesn't classify boats as "dwelling houses," but they can be considered dwellings for other legal purposes, such as council tax. This may be a problem when applying depending on the local authority or scheme. Home improvement agencies Home improvement agencies (HIAs) are not-for-profit organisations run by housing associations, local authorities and charities. They can help people who own their own homes, or who live in privately rented accommodation, and who are elderly, disabled, or on a low income to repair, maintain or adapt their home. For example, an HIA can: arrange for repairs to be carried out to your home help you to get funding for repairs to be carried out to your home

For the ambient outside air temperature, the range is about right. Last winter we had nights of -11 -12 and this summer daytime temperatures of 30. In direct sunlight, steel can reach temperatures that are too hot to touch. I would be concerned with people walk on a roof made of HDPE in hot weather due to the low melting point of: 135°C (275°F), the maximum working temperature for HDPE pipes is between 60C and 70C depending on the brand.

One thing that no one has taken account of is the high thermal expansion of HDPE as regards to both licensing and fitting the canal gauge. For example Densetec HDPE expands 1.5mm per linear metre for every 10 degrees C, approximately that means a 2.4m strip of this material can expand and contract 10.8mm between a temperature range of 0 and 30 degrees C Take a Narrowboat with a length of 17m and a width of 2.1m using a temperature range of 40 degrees -10 to +30. a = ΔL / (L0 * ΔT) a is coefficient of linear thermal expansion per degree Celsius. ΔL is change in length/Width of test specimen due to heating or to cooling. L0 is the original length/Width of specimen at room temperature. ΔT is temperature change, °C, Material: Steel CTE 13 x 10-6/°C Change in Temperature range -10 to +30 (40) Change in Length (ΔL): 0.00884m Final Length (L + ΔL): 17.00884m Change in Width (ΔL): 0.001092m Final Width (L + ΔL): 2.101092m HDPE typically exhibits a linear expansion behavior, with its coefficient of thermal expansion ranging from approximately 100 to 200 x10-6/°C. So have used the mid range value of 150 Material: HDPE CTE 150 x 10-6/°C Change in Temperature range -10 to +30 (40) Change in Length (ΔL): 0.102m Final Length (L + ΔL): 17.102m Change in Width (ΔL): 0.0126m Final Width (L + ΔL): 2.1126m While there is little expansion in steel beween Winter and Summer temperatures. With HDPE there is enough expansion to cause problems passing through narrow beam locks if the boat has been built in winter and then there the problems with inside the cabin with gaps opening up due to the thermal expansion. Fitting standard boat windows could also be a problem. Thermal Properties of Plastic Materials