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Schools lead way over languages
Bradford primary schools are leading the way in ending the British shyness for learning foreign languages. According to latest Government figures 86.84 per cent of key stage two pupils - those aged seven to 11 - have the chance to learn another language
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Trevor spreads the word
A former Ilkley teacher is spearheading the successful promotion of a leading children's book series. Trevor Wilson, a former deputy head teacher at Westville House, Ilkley, joined author Peter J Murray in a bid to carve out a career in the tough publishing
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Wright advice sees Bell to glory
Simon Bell revealed a tip from a friend had helped him win his second Bradford Open in four years. After shooting rounds of 70 and 71 to win by three shots in difficult conditions at Cleckheaton, the Shipley golfer said: "That is probably the best I
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Barraclough leads teen charge
The future of female golf in the area is bright if this year's Bradford and District Ladies Championship is anything to go by. East Bierley's Katie Barraclough, aged just 17, won the gross title at Shipley to end the three-year reign of Silsden's Claire
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Narrow defeats for Evans and Sagar
Gareth Evans and Adam Sagar bowed out of the English Amateur Championship at Royal St Georges today after reaching the matchplay stages. Evans, of Northcliffe, lost to Wentworth's Steve Benson in the first round by 2&1 after qualifying in 27th place
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Bell back to boost Bradford
Bradford are boosted by the addition of newly-crowned Bradford Open champion Simon Bell for their crucial clash at Baildon against rivals Leeds on Sunday. Tim Wade's men are currently in second place in the Yorkshire table - two points above their opponents
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Bradford stay in the hunt
Host club players Dale Brook and Dane Bairstow were among the points scorers as Bradford thrashed Teesside 27-9 at West Bradford to keep alive their title hopes. Brook combined with Skipton's Matt Ryder to achieve the hosts' biggest win in the foursomes
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Brand Open slots available
Places are available for the Gordon J Brand Junior Baildon Open on Thursday, August 16. Entry fee for the event is £5. Contact the pro shop on 01274-595162 to book a place.
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Thackley back in action
Thackley are visit Whitkirk Wanderers tomorrow night in what will be their second game of three in five days after Tuesday's 2-0 defeat at Colne.
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Silsden itching for action
Silsden head to Pontefract Collieries tomorrow with a big squad all looking for some game time. It is almost a fortnight since the Cobbydalers were in action after a blank Saturday last week and a cancellation due to the weather the weekend before that
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Bushell nets Sedge winner
Liversedge edged out local West Riding County Amateur Premier Division visitors Tyersal thanks to a single goal from Nick Bushell.
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Moseley misses chance to grab late spoils
Bradford Park Avenue 0, Halifax Town 0 Avenue passed up a glorious opportunity to snatch a victory from their friendly meeting with Halifax Town when striker Mike Moseley just failed to convert a last-minute cross. It would have been harsh on the Blue
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Kyle left cursing key moments
Kyle Brassington's singles journey in the $15,000 Men's Futures tournament at Ilkley came to an end today. The 20-year-old home club member, who had come through three rounds of qualifying and won his first-round match in the main draw, was beaten 7-
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New plea over car-jacking
Police have renewed an appeal for information on a carjacker after new material came to light. A blue and white Iveco van, stolen in Hastings Avenue, off Manchester Road, Marshfields, Bradford, before being used to carjack a dark purple Citroen C4 VTR
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Platt ban reduced to one game
Bulls full back Michael Platt has had his suspension for punching St Helens' Maurie Fa'asavalu reduced from two matches to one. Platt was also fined £300 following the incident in Saturday's Carnegie Challenge Cup semi-final at the Galpharm Stadium.
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Title or bust for Deacon
It's all systems go now for the Super League title. That's the message from Bulls skipper Paul Deacon as the squad bid to mount their push for Grand Final glory. After enduring Challenge Cup heartache at the hands of St Helens, Bradford are back in
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Children enjoy dream workshop
More than 100 youngsters hope to sleep more soundly tonight after making their own dream catcher'. Bradford's Bolling Hall is hosting a range of creative workshops throughout the summer break for youngsters. The latest saw children aged three to 12
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Pair admit heroin offence
Two men will be sentenced later this month after they pleaded guilty to possessing heroin with intent to supply. Paul Conroy, 34, of Allerton Grange Drive, Allerton, and 20-year-old Imran Khan, of Hartman Place, Heaton, had been due to stand trial at
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Bantams pass 12,000 ticket mark
City have passed the 12,000 season-ticket mark - a total Julian Rhodes admits is "beyond his wildest expectations". The official figure as the deadline for the cheap deal passed stood at 12,019 and the joint-chairman is delighted at the response. He
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Safety first for fun of Playday
A sunny day of old-fashioned outdoor fun kept child safety fears at bay. Hundreds of youngsters descended upon the recreation fields in Green Lane, Baildon, to celebrate their right to play on National Playday. Play England held events across the country
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Rapist must wait for sentence
A failed asylum seeker facing up to four years in jail for raping a student in his Bradford flat must now wait until September to learn his fate. A judge at Leeds Crown Court today adjourned sentencing Nigerian law graduate Victor Giwa-Osagie because
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Yorkshire folk celebrate their day
All things quintessentially associated with our fine county were evident across the district as residents celebrated Yorkshire Day. The day would not have been the same without Yorkshire puddings, town criers and a Punch and Judy show - and Bradford
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We’re wild about the environment!
"I like to plant things to make our school look nice." Jack Murphy Bennett loves being a member of the gardening club at Lower Fields Primary School in Fenby Avenue. "I like all the tools we use - the spades, forks, trowels and rakes, and I like watching
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No organic matter should go to landfill
When living things die they have a habit of disappearing and being absorbed back into the system for re-use as long as they decay in the presence of oxygen. It doesn't matter whether it is dead bodies, potato peelings, cut flowers, tea bags or toilet
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Don't forget to mulch
Now that hot summer weather is here, gardeners can think about what they can do to protect their plants from the drying effects of sun and wind. A layer of mulch - gravel, bark or old grass clippings for example - helps retain moisture and reduces your
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Curtains are a winner
Further to the ideas about what to do with worn-out sheets and towels last week, Hilda Bartle, of West Bowling, has passed on her tips for giving new life to old curtains. She has saved hers to throw over furniture when decorating or laying on the floor
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Murder trial delayed
The Andrew Ayres murder trial has been delayed until Monday to sort out legal matters. A jury was due to be sworn in today at Bradford Crown Court and Adrian Waterman QC was to open the prosecution case. But the Recorder of Bradford Judge Stephen Gullick
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City park and pool hailed
The man behind the designs for a mirror pool and park in the centre of Bradford has talked of it becoming to the city what Trafalgar Square is to London and Central Park is to New York. Landscape architect Tom Walker of Gillespies also told a Bradford
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Exhibition to dispel the myths
Members of Skipton Islamic Society have been busy dispelling myths about their faith. They are holding an awareness week in Skipton Town Hall, which ends on Saturday. The aim of the event is foster better relationships between the town's Muslim and
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Concern as new junior doctors start
More than 280 junior doctors took up jobs in hospitals across the district today amid fears from the British Medical Association it could cause problems for patients. The BMA said operations and clinics could be cancelled because of changes to way junior
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Youngsters hungry for a chance
Dennis Wise has praised the young players who look set to form the bulk of his team if Leeds are given the go-ahead to play in League One this season, while criticising some of the experienced players who have moved on. Doubts still hang heavy over United
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No joy for card shop
Plans to construct a new entrance at a Skipton card shop have failed to find favour with town councillors. Members of the planning committee decided to lodge an objection to the scheme at Birthdays' shop at 53-55 High Street. They said the proposed
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Stab accused wife to face trial
A Skipton woman charged with stabbing her husband is to be committed for trial at Bradford Crown Court. Chantelle Nelson, 38, of Dawson Street, denies wounding her husband, Mark Nelson, on April 20, causing grievous bodily harm. Her case was listed
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Assault man 'was asserting manhood'
A man pushed his girlfriend to establish his masculinity, Skipton magistrates heard. Gareth Nicholson, 23, felt humiliated by his girlfriend during an argument in front of her relatives, the court was told on Wednesday. The argument, at the couple's
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Burglary investigated
Police are investigating a burglary at the Massala Room take-away on Water Street, Skipton. The thieves struck between 12pm and 5pm on Tuesday, August 31, and fled with cash and a £300 Dynamic grinding machine.
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Pension review service launched
A Bradford-based building society has launched a new pension review service to help its customers maximise their income in retirement. Yorkshire Building Society says pension planning has become increasingly complex, with many people working at a number
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Firm has healthy outlook
A Bradford travel company has become the first firm in the UK to sign up to a new health care plan to help its staff with healthcare bills and free access to specialist advice. Staff at Gazelle Travel, in North Parade, Bradford, are now covered by the
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Tony's day at palace
A Kildwick businessman has attended a garden party at Buckingham Palace in recognition of his contributions to charity. Tony Lee, 64, attended the Queen's garden party with his partner, Lynn Crangle. "It was a great atmosphere - well worth going," he
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Man arrested over burglary
A man has been arrested in connection with a sneak-in burglary at the home of an elderly widow. The 27-year-old man was held by police hours after the 81-year-old woman had her purse, containing £30, stolen from her home in Mandale Road, Horton Bank
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Man crashed in to two cars
A Polish man driving a van crashed into two cars in Skipton while more than three times over the drink-drive limit. Michal Terplywiec, 26, was driving along High Street at midday on July 22 when he crashed into a Nissan Primera. The owner of the Nissan
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Rock along to The Grove
Rock Along The Grove will be returning to Ilkley festival this weekend for a second year. The festival, which showcases a number of local bands and acts, will run from 4pm to 10pm on Saturday at The Grove, Ilkley. Performers include Mark Kelly's Good
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MP has measure of support
Retailers in Bradford have given a mixed reaction to an MP's campaign to allow shopkeepers to sell their products in imperial measurements. Shipley MP Philip Davies has tabled a parliamentary petition calling on the Government to "end this attack of
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Police chief promises dealers will pay price
A police chief has warned young drug dealers in Bradford they will pay a big price for trying to "get rich quick". Police are now required by law to hold a financial inquiry into those caught supplying drugs and can seize any assets they have under the
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Bradford blessed by coaching dynasty
You have had your chance to pick a Bradford team of the century - now who's going to coach them? If selection is down to silverware alone, three names stand out when it comes to the club and success - Dai Rees, Peter Fox and Brian Noble. In the early
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Children plead for epilepsy help
Children are calling for a better understanding of epilepsy within mainstream schools, claims a report supported by Yeadon-based charity Epilepsy Action. The report "Understanding of epilepsy by children with, or without, epilepsy" by researchers at
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Police division changes name
A division of West Yorkshire Police changed its name today - but police assured the public it will not affect services. Pudsey Weetwood Division has become North West Leeds Division to bring it into line with its neighbours in Leeds and Bradford. A
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Car spins onto its roof
A car spun off the road and ended up on its roof following a road accident in Clough Lane, Liversedge. Firefighters and police attended the scene following the accident at about 3am today. The car was being driven by a man in his late teens or early
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Probe launched into car fire
Arsonists set fire to a car parked in Salt Street, Manningham, today. Firefighters and police were called to the fire after a Suzuki Swift was set ablaze at 4.06am. A fire crew from Bradford used hoses to put out the flames. Police have launched an
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Assess yourself for equipment
A pioneering new tool means people can be assessed for equipment, such as stairlifts and adapted baths, from the comfort of their own homes. ADL SmartAssist is a new website set up by Bradford Council's Adult Services department in partnership with ADL
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Bulls take look at French teenager
Teenage French winger Francois Theresin is spending the week on trial at the Bulls. The speedster, who arrived from leading club UTC with a 100 metres time of less than 11 seconds, is highly regarded in Perpignan. Steve McNamara is now running the rule
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Juniors chase Joe Johnson Trophy
Right on Cue After many years in the wilderness, the Bradford & District Junior Snooker Championships will return at the start of the forthcoming season. The champion in each age group will be awarded the Joe Johnson Trophy, an honour that befits such
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Museum receives £1,000 donation
A project to connect the literary heritage of the Brontës with contemporary art has received a £1,000 donation. The Yorkshire Bank Charitable Trust has given the money to the Brontë Society, which will spend it on its contemporary arts programme. Andrew
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Golfers are clubbing together
Golfers are being offered the chance to take part in a charity tournament next month. Bradford Cancer Support will benefit from the event, which will be held at Shipley Golf Course, Bingley, on Friday, September 28 and will include a round of golf, lunch
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Different – and we’re proud of it
Our columnist this week is Amy Blakely, a 17-year-old student at St Joseph's College, Manningham. In the spirit of today being Yorkshire Day, it seemed only fitting that today's topic of choice should be, well, Yorkshire. So what does Yorkshire actually
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Ideal spot for 'living' museum
SIR - I read with interest the item in Past Times' about Duckett Lane, just above Bradford city centre, that has been left to rot for over 50 years (T&A, July 28). Why not turn this small area, with its ancient cobbled street, into a living museum, with
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Fine role models
SIR - Once again Bradford and in particular our Asian citizens are coming under fire from the sensation seeking media, this time as a terrorist hotbed.' This in spite of the fact that four of the five recently convicted at the recent trial came from
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Defective deal
SIR - The American people have a deal' with their government: to pay relatively low taxes but receive limited levels of state support and welfare. In France, a quite different deal' applies: higher personal and businesses taxes are levied, but this
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Concert memory
SIR - Re Mrs Bairstow's letter (T&A, July 21) I also sang at that concert as a 13-year-old. We did bring the house down, but we did have a good conductor in Sir Malcolm Sargent. Happy days. F Hickey, Sandholme Drive, Bradford
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Impossible task
SIR - I was quite shocked to read Councillor Cooke's attack on doctors (T&A, July 26). The almost impossible task of receiving a doctors' appointment and having surgeries open when working people can visit them are very real problems. In fact, our
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No respect for other people
SIR - The lovingly-made Spitfire stolen from Baildon craftsman Alan Bowman (T&A, July 26) was probably sold to feed the drug or drink habit of some low-life for much less than it was worth. When you ask: "Do we respect other people's property?", the
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Who will pay?
SIR - Stephen Talboy (T&A, July 27) says the estimated cost of the first phase of the city centre park will be £29.8m, of which he hopes the Big Lottery will pay £24.5m. This is only part of the story. Phase two, euphemistically referred to as a "Business
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Museum dream
SIR - The other day I was viewing Bradford's West End through the satellite imagery of the Google Earth internet website. In my bird's-eye view flight path, I began my journey above the Central Library and "flew" towards the National Media Museum,
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Plea for help
SIR - Could any of your readers help on a project I'm working on concerning the cartoonist Giles please? There were some books published of his work each year and I'd love to hear from anyone who would be willing to sell any they might have tucked
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Read and learn
SIR - Peter Wilson (T&A, July 26) obviously has not read Vernon Coleman's England our England. This will explain to him why my UKIP colleague and chairman and I are under no illusions as to the threat posed by our continuing membership of the EU.
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Sort out the drains
SIR - The Government's response to the recent flooding in the South of England has been totally inadequate. They have failed to invest in flood defences. Recent investment and plans announced to deal with the flood are three years old. Action needs
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Don't blame car home for bugs
SIR - I have just read your article Care homes must clean up' (T&A, July 30). Who does Greg Mullholland think he is? He hasn't got a clue what he's talking about. I have worked as a care assistant for the last ten years, and I can tell you this much
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A fillip for shopping quarter
It can't be denied that, so far, the revival of Rawson Place has been a disappointment. Hopes were high that once the Rawson Quarter was built on the site of the former market, the adjacent street of empty shops would start to attract tenants. However
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Sixth place in Spa for Suden
Tim Sugden had to settle for sixth place after two lengthy pit stops delayed his progress in the 24-hour race at Spa Francorchamps in Belgium. The Bradford racer, who was the Scuderia Ecosse Ferrari F430 team's extra driver, took the first 75-minute
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Stroll in the Park for Short
Phil Short extended his unbeaten run in the 1400cc Mod Prod class to over two years with a win in his Mini at Loton Park. Blessed with dry weather for the first meeting since April, the Ilkley driver took a comfortable class win at the Shropshire course
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Plan for homes lodged
Plans to replace a shop and replace it with homes have been submitted to councillors. Gillian Schepisi wants to demolish the derelict shop and house in Shortbank Road, Skipton, and replace it with a pair of semi-detached homes and a block of three more
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Wednesday, August 1, 2007
The following have been dealt with by Bradford magistrates: Waheed Akbar, aged 25, of Hinchcliffe Street, Undercliffe; failure to stop after an accident, £60 fine, £15 compensation, £60 costs, licence endorsed. Simon Bell, aged 23, of Scarborough Road
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Wednesday, August 1, 2007
In 1498, Christopher Columbus reached the American mainland. He named it Santa Isle, believing it to be an island. In 1914, Germany declared war on Russia. In 2001, Japanese scientists invented a toothbrush with a built-in video camera. 25 years ago
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Tykes celebrate Yorkshire Day!
Tykes across the county were dusting off their flat caps and sprucing up their white roses to celebrate Yorkshire Day today with traditional food, brass band music and a special pin stripe suit. Keith Madeley is a man with his fingers in many different
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Refugee killed boy in hit and run
A teenager on his way home from football practice was killed by a speeding hit-and-run driver who had only just finished a three-year driving ban. Stephen Cowens, 17, had jumped over the bus lane barriers in the middle of Manchester Road, Bradford,
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Pair recall The Troubles
At one minute past midnight the British Armed forces formally withdrew from Northern Ireland - bringing to a close the longest military operation in its history. In all more than 300,000 soldiers have been deployed in Ulster since the Harold Wilson-led
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MP calls for tougher alcohol advertising rules
An MP is calling for alcohol advertising to be banned before the watershed to stop binge drinking in the district. Keighley and Ilkley MP Ann Cryer has joined a parliamentary campaign which expresses concern about "the growing social and health harms