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The women of the wine world are often profiled as being something new and unusual but historically there has always been influential women on the Bordeaux wine scene, as well as many others working behind the scenes.
Jean de Bellon was the first owner of Chateau Haut Brion in the 16th century. Françoise Josephine de Sauvage d'Yquem was thrown into prison twice during the French revolution but she continued to make Yquem prosper. More recently, Baroness Philippine Rothschild continued and expanded her father's work at Mouton Rothschild and today Corinne Mentzelopoulos owns and runs Chateau Margaux with her daughter. There is nothing new about feminine power in Bordeaux wine.
Not so long ago it was unusual to see a women working in the cellars - with an older generation of male wine makers talking about women making the wine go off - and that is still in living memory. This is no longer the case with women making the wines as well as owning, running and marketing them. Here are a few of the leading women from some of the Best of Bordeaux winners with a common denominator of change and innovation.
Marie-Laure Lurton, La Tour de Bessan
Marie-Laure (on top picture) is at the head of two vineyards in the Medoc: Château La Tour de Bessan in Margaux and Château de Villegeorge in the Haut-Médoc. She inherited these properties from her father in the 90s but put her own signature clearly on the properties and no more so than at Chateau La Tour de Bessan. Although the property dates from the 13th century, all that remains of the original buildings are the ruins of the tower. Needing a new cellar to produce her wines, Marie -Laure took the audacious step of transforming an industrial building dating from the 30s into a remarkable avant-garde cellar. It is here that she welcomes guests to discover the winery and her wines including a blending workshop for the technically minded and a food and wine workshop for the epicureans.
Armelle Falcy Cruse, Château du Taillan and Martine Cazeneuve, Château Paloumey
Armelle is one of five sisters who own this beautiful property on the outskirts of Bordeaux;they are the sixth generation of the Cruse family at Château du Taillan. As a qualified oenologist from the University of Bordeaux, Armelle is in charge of winemaking as well as director of Château. Passionate about wine tourism, she has opened this 18th century, classified National Heritage site to the public. With 100 hectares of parkland so close to the city, it is the perfect venue for weddings and she hosts dinners and tastings in the 16th century cellars. The brave can even participate in the harvest.
Also in Haut Medoc, a little further north, you will find Martine Cazeneuve, owner of Château Paloumey. Like du Taillan, Chateau Paloumey is a Cru bourgeois, but this was not always the case. A successful vineyard in the 19th century, Paloumey was badly affected by the Phylloxera crisis at the end of the nineteenth century and by the war years, so much so that the vineyard was abandoned in 1950 and all the vines pulled up. Martine bought the property in 1989 and brought it back to life; planting new vines and building a winery. Now the proud owner of 34 ha of vines around the original chateau, she welcomes guests to the tasting room and its large terrace overlooking the vines for visits and tastings as well as blending and harvest workshops.
Caroline Artaud, Château Fourcas Hostens
Caroline is the cellar master at Chateau Fourcas Hostens and she's not afraid of change. The Medoc is famous for its red wines and Chateau Fourcas Hostens is in Listrac, an appellation that can only be used for red wines. Researching the history of the property, the owners, the Momméja brothers, read about the past excellence of the white wines from the property. Soil analysis showed that a plot of clay and limestone close to the Chateau would be particularly suited to white, so in 2011 they took a leap of faith, planted white vines and started producing dry white Bordeaux from 2014. Having made white wine during her time in the Graves at Château Raoul and Château Lagarde, Caroline was the perfect person for the project, using the opportunity to farm the new plots organically from the very beginning and producing the elegant white Fourcas Hostens alongside the traditional reds.
Paz Espejo, Château Lanessan
Paz, as her name suggests, is Spanish, hailing from Madrid, but she graduated with her oenology degree from Bordeaux University in 1994. She has made wine all over the world and settled back in Bordeaux in 1997, making wine for leading merchant houses Calvet and Cordier. In 2009, she decided to come back to the land and is now Manager of Domaines Bouteiller, including Château Lanessan, in Haut Medoc. She is bringing this traditional property firmly into the 21st century, opening up the beautiful 19th century cellars and introducing visitors to the equestrian history of the property in carriage rides through the vines.
Women wine makers are not concentrated uniquely in the Medoc peninsula.
Marie-Hélène Yung-Theron, Chateau de Portets
Chateau Portets is in a remarkable setting on the banks of the Garonne River in the Graves appellation. After being occupied and then abandoned by the Germans in WWII, the Théron family restored this historical site to its former glory in the 1950s. Marie-Hélène is the 3rd generation and the first woman to produce wine at the château. She is passionate about sharing the unique history of this magnificent renaissance style property that dominates the left bank of the Garonne with its 14thcentury tower overlooking the water. The Chateau welcomes guests to visit, stroll through the park, admire the view and taste the wines alongside local specialities. Families are made especially welcome with a Scavenger Hunt, allowing them to learn about the history as well as the wine making.
Jacquie Franc de Ferrière, Château Carbonneau.
How about a nice cup of tea after all that wine tasting? Chateau Carbonneau will be happy to help. While her husband, Wilfrid, makes the wine at his family property in the East of Bordeaux, Jacquie welcomes visitors to stay in the chateau guest rooms. As well as creating delicious dinners for guests in the château dinning rooms, her culinary talents are put to good use with the seasonal opening of The Glass House, named after the beautiful Napoleon III style glass conservatory at the chateau. You can sample her home-made cakes and scones along with tea or the locally sourced vegetarian, cheese or gourmet duck platters with one of the wines of the property - afternoon tea has never tasted so good.
Caroline Perromat, Château de Cérons.
Last but not least, the sweet wines of Bordeaux. There is a big influence of women here - carrying on the heritage of Josephine d'Yquem perhaps?
You may be familiar with the famous names of Sauternes and Barsac but it is a woman that is bringing back a less well-known sweet Bordeaux to its former glory: Cerons. Caroline Perromat is no stranger to wine tourism. For many years she worked alongside Veronique Sanders at Chateau Haut Bailly, a pioneer in Bordeaux wine Tourism, before coming to work with her husband Xavier when they decided to buy the family property in 2012. Chateau de Cerons is an exquisite chateau that carries the name of this smallest Bordeaux appellation. Stepping over the 17th century threshold of this historical monument is taking a step back in time. Caroline will even prepare a picnic basket for you to enjoy under the trees in front of the beautiful 12th century village church. If you are visiting in the winter don't worry, you can still enjoy their hospitality in front of a roaring fire in the old Rotisserie of the chateau.
The Best of Bordeaux women offer a warm welcome, a respect for history and taste for innovation.


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Infinite space
Compact but extremely sensible when it comes to managing space, the Piaggio Medley S 150 ABS is the only scooter in its category able to hold two full-face helmets in its underseat compartment. The seat itself, which is opened by an electric switch, is low and roomy, making it comfortable for driver and passenger alike. Pillion riders will also enjoy the non-slip, fold-away foot peg and grip bar.
The fuel cap is conveniently placed on the central tunnel making refuelling fast and easy. Then, there is also the two-section compartment in the rear shield with a USB socket for on-the-go charging.
Extremely efficient
The single cylinder which powers the Piaggio Medley S150 ABS delivers 11 kW at 7750 rpm and economic fuel consumption at 46.7 km / litres (WMTC cycle) making it an ideal choice for getting around town. Thanks to its i-get (Italian Green Experience Technology) motor, services are kept to a minimum with oil and filters needing to be changed every 10,000 km.
Silence at the traffic lights
The Start-Stop system used on the Piaggio Medley S 150 ABS brings savings even at the traffic lights as it automatically shuts off the engine when the scooter remains stationary, starting again only when the accelerator is rolled. Its advantages? Enjoyable silence and reduced fuel consumption, especially in the city where you may frequently have to stop at traffic lights and pedestrian crossings.
Distinctive style
Both the front and rear parking lights of the Piaggio Medley S 150 ABS are in LED making them highly visible in all light conditions. The instrument cluster is encased in a chrome frame and hosts a trio of analogue elements alongside a multi-function LED panel displaying total and trip odometer, external temperature, service icon, digital clock, battery status and ice warning symbol. To access all this information, you just need to press the Mode button on the electric pad on the right hand side.
A sophisticated choice
Easy, safe, practical and irresistible with its dedicated colour scheme, the Piaggio Medley S 150 ABS is the grittier version of this high wheel scooter. Like its less sporty twin, it runs on a single cylinder i-get (Italian Green Experience Technology) engine, has a steel tube chassis, fork with 33-mm stanchions and twin shock absorbers with adjustable preload with 5 settings.
The Medley S 150 ABS is recognisable by the anthracite grey on details such as the wheel rims, passenger grips and footwell plastic topside, matched with special colour options of red (Rosso Opaco), black (Nero Grafite) and blue (Blue Sport) and the striking black seat and interior.
Equipment is unchanged with emphasis on safety in the form of large-diameter wheels (16" up front and 14" at the rear), disc brakes and dual-channel ABS. Technology isn't neglected with a Start-Stop system for the motor and an instrument cluster which combines analogue and digital components. Last but not least, there is plenty of storage with two compartments including one under the seat which can hold two full-face helmets.
Technical specifications
Piaggio i-get, four-stroke single cylinder with Stop-Start
155 cc
Bore x stroke
58 mm x 58,7 mm
11 kW / 7750 rpm
Maximum torque
14,4 Nm at 6400 rpm
Fuel system
Four-valve single overhead camshift
Fuel supply
Electronic injection
Automatic CVT
Cooling system
Wet sump
Consumption (WMTC cycle)
45,9 km/l
Automatic centrifugal dry clutch
CO² emissions
55 g/km
Emission standard
Euro 4
High strength tubular steel single cradle frame with reinforced pressed plates
Front suspension
Hydraulic telescopic fork, 88 stroke
Rear suspension
Double hydraulic shock absorbers with adjustable preload with 5 settings, 76 stroke
Front brake
Ø 260 mm-disc with dual piston floating calliper ,2 x Ø 25.4 mm
Rear brake
Ø 240 mm-disc with dual piston floating calliper, 2 x Ø 22 mm
Braking system
Dual-channel ABS
Front tyre
Tubeless 100 / 80 – 16"
Rear tyre
Tubeless 110 / 80 - 14"
Length / width
2.020 mm/705 mm
Wheel base
1.390 mm
Seat height
799 mm
Fuel tank capacity
7 litres (includes 1.5 reserve)

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The Sierra Rutile clinic is equipped to handle a wide range of health tests and collaborates with specialist physicians to provide routine screening of diseases to its workforce and their immediate dependants. Sierra Rutile promotes the fundamentals of fitness for work and conducts a number of initiatives and toolbox talks to enhance health awareness amongst the workforce.
Developments undertaken at the clinic in 2017 include:
- mechanical repairs to two existing ambulances and ordering of a new ambulance;
- purchase of new equipment for lung function (spirometer), visual acuity (Snellen chart) and audiometric function (audioscope);
- rapid tests such as Hepatitis B antigen and prostatic specimen antigen have been introduced;
- continuation of the vaccination of employees against typhoid fever and hepatitis B infection;
- continuation of the distribution of insecticide-treated mosquito bed nets to all employees; and
- educating the workforce on the prevention of diseases in relation to seasonal, environmental and behavioural factors.
In 2017 the total clinic attendance was 28,307 patients. This included 3,482 malaria cases and 1,485 typhoid cases. Sierra Rutile continued its successful partnership with non-government organisations, the Mine Workers Union and the National AIDS Secretariat of Sierra Leone to support the prevention of HIV/AIDS.


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April 25, 2015
The Marshall Tucker Band is a southern rock band originating from Spartanburg, South Carolina that blends country, blues and rock & roll into their own unique style of music. Though the band still continues playing and recording to this day, their heyday was the 1970s. Marshall Tucker took its name from a blind piano tuner who had rented the warehouse space prior to the band renting it for rehearsals and his name was inscribed on the warehouse key.
The original lineup was Doug Gray on lead vocals, Toy Caldwell (1947-1993) on lead guitar and vocals, George McCorkle (1946-2007) on rhythm guitar, Tommy Caldwell (1949-1980) on bass guitar, Jerry Eubanks on flute & saxophone and Paul Riddle on drums. Toy Caldwell was a much overlooked guitar player and deserves recognition as one of the greatest guitarists in all of rock & roll history. Marshall Tucker's 1974 double album Where We All Belong, which was one-half studio and the other half live recordings, to me is the band's true masterpiece, and is a must have album for any fan of this musical genre. If I could own only a dozen albums (and what a curse that would be), this surely would be one.
These photos were shot at Hara Arena in Dayton, Ohio on January 31, 1981. The cost of the ticket was an astonishing $8.50. Columbus, Ohio country-rockers McGuffey Lane was the opening act. Taken that long ago, the photos were obviously shot on film. The 4×6 prints were scanned onto my computer, where some digital adjusting was made to each print, before they were digitally matted and framed.
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Darjeeling also known as 'Queen of Hills' is located at an altitude of 6700 feet. It is nestled between the mountains of Mt. Kanchenjunga towering luring over the Azure Sky. Darjeeling provides itself as a perfect holiday destination in the Eastern Region of the Country.
Kalimpong is one of the hill stations of Darjeeling and is located at an altitude of 1250 meters (4000 feet) above the sea level having a year round salubrious climate. The location of Kalimpong town is such that is at equidistance from major places like Bagdogra (Airport), New Jalpaiguri (Rail Road), Siliguri, Gangtok, Darjeeling, Kureseong, Namchi, Ravangla and Pelling.
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Caltech Lifts Acquires Scotlifts
We are delighted to announce that we have now successfully completed our acquisition of Scotlifts Scotland Ltd. Scotlifts owner, Scott Murray, will join our management team as Caltech's new Installations Manager and his engineer David and company assets will transfer over too. Scotlifts has 50 contract clients across Dundee, Perthshire and the Highlands which will bolt on to our ever growing lift service portfolio.
Speaking about the deal, Andrew Renwick said: "We're delighted to have successfully acquired Scotlifts Scotland Ltd and have Scott join us because he's built it over 15 years into a highly-regarded company with a loyal service contract base in our key operational area.
"Scott is one of the most talented lift engineers in Scotland and has built an enviable reputation across the UK for the quality of his work. As a result it's very hard to secure him as a sub-contractor because he has a huge waiting list of multinational lift companies wanting to use him to install their lifts across the UK.
"To have Scott on our installation and repairs team full-time will significantly strengthen our engineering capability as he will be heavily involved in both a hands-on role as well as supervising other engineers and training apprentices.
"Scott's employee David is also an excellent engineer thanks to having Scott as his mentor for five years and has recently gained his NVQ Level 3 in Lift Installations.
"Having Scott on our management team will also assist us with our growth aspirations."
Scott Murray said: "I'm very pleased to join Caltech Lifts as its reputation for excellent work and service is well known in the UK industry and this is an exciting time to be joining it. I'm looking forward to helping Caltech continue its growth path."


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Radiant floor heating.?
Can Radiant Floor Heating be installed in the concrete pour, then after concrete has sufficiently cured (28 days) can a resinous coating, such as a epoxy/polyurethane floor coating be installed on a floor that will later be radiant heated. My concern is that these coatings are very moisture intolerant. Does radiant floor products, create any moisture in the slab that could rise to the surface. Does changes in temps affect the moisture levels in concrete. Electric radiant floor products seem to be best.
Pipes filled with hot water to me is a concern. Do the pipes "sweat" causing condensation or are they wrapped. I am currently on a large project and these questions are coming up in the design forum.
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Classical Pentecostalism does not have set days of abstinence and lent, but individuals in the movement may feel they are being directed by the Holy Spirit to undertake either short or extended fasts. Although Pentecostalism has not classified different types of fasting, certain writers within the movement have done so. Arthur Wallis writes about the "Normal Fast" in which pure water alone is consumed.[75] The "Black Fast" in which nothing, not even water, is consumed is also mentioned. Dr. Curtis Ward points out that undertaking a black fast beyond three days may lead to dehydration, may irreparably damage the kidneys, and result in possible death.[76] He further notes that nowhere in the New Testament is it recorded that anyone ever undertook a black fast beyond three days and that one should follow this biblical guideline. Dr. Herbert Shelton advises that one should drink water according to natural thirst.[77] In addition to the Normal Fast and the Black Fast, some undertake what is referred to as the Daniel Fast (or Partial Fast) in which only one type of food (e.g., fruit or fruit and non-starchy vegetables) is consumed.[75] In a Daniel Fast, meat is almost always avoided, in following the example of Daniel and his friends' refusal to eat the meat of Gentiles, which had been offered to idols and not slaughtered in a kosher manner. In some circles of Pentecostals, the term "fast" is simply used, and the decision to drink water is determined on an individual basis. In other circles profuse amounts of pure water is advised to be consumed during the fasting period to aid the cleansing of internal toxins. Most Pentecostal writers on fasting concur with Dr. Mark Mattson who says that sensible intermittent fasting with a sensible water intake can strengthen the organism and assist thwarting degenerative diseases.[78]
Time-restricted eating is pretty simple to implement. If you finish dinner at 7 p.m., for instance, you wouldn't eat anything again until at least 7 a.m. If you wanted to take it further, you'd extend the no-eating time until about 11 a.m. or 12 p.m. Because you're sleeping for a large chunk of the "no eating" time, this is a good way to introduce fasting into your lifestyle and experiment without any major changes.
Fasting is always practiced prior to surgery or other procedures that require general anesthesia because of the risk of pulmonary aspiration of gastric contents after induction of anesthesia (i.e., vomiting and inhaling the vomit, causing life-threatening aspiration pneumonia).[1][2][3] Additionally, certain medical tests, such as cholesterol testing (lipid panel) or certain blood glucose measurements require fasting for several hours so that a baseline can be established. In the case of a lipid panel, failure to fast for a full 12 hours (including vitamins) will guarantee an elevated triglyceride measurement.[4]


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Allied Vehicles celebrated a double victory at the recent Scottish Motor Trade Association (SMTA) Annual Awards 2018. Allied Vehicles Group were handed a Community Activity Recognition Award for the work we undertake in the community.
"I was absolutely chuffed to bits to win the Special Recognition Award, it's always great to be recognised by your peers, and for Allied Vehicles to be recognised for the community work we do too was fantastic. We have put a lot into North-Glasgow over the years, in particular the Glasgow Tigers speedway and Ashfield football stadium where we now have over 300 kids in the football academy."
The work with Primary Engineer, to set up programmes in over 20 local primary schools was particularly highlighted alongside the wide-range of disability charities we work with.
It was also a night for celebration for Allied Chairman and Founder, Gerry Facenna who was presented with a Special Recognition Award. The award was a total surprise for Gerry, who was recognised for his support of local and national charities, alongside being a major employer in the Scottish automotive sector for over 25 years.
The Special Recognition Award was sponsored by Arnold Clark and presented by Chief Executive and Group Managing Director Eddie Hawthorne. The Community Activity Recognition Award was sponsored by Lateral Line and presented by Moira Gaynor, SMTA Company Secretary.


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Coxheath Library Storytime
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Join us for Storytime with your pre-school children. Fun for the young and their carers.
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Thursday 10am - 10:30am (term time)
Join us for storytime with your pre-school children. Fun for the young and their carers.
Seal Library Talk Time - Tea Set
Third Friday monthly 1pm - 2:30pm
Come along and meet new people for a friendly chat. We have guest speakers, tea, coffee, and cake. Everyone welcome.
Westerham Library Rhyme Time
A free, fun and noisy rhyme session for under 4s.
Westerham Library Talk Time
Talk Time groups aim to bring people together, to chat and make new friends.
Swanley Library Reading Group
Last Friday monthly
If you enjoy reading and discussing books, then come along and join our friendly reading group.
Otford Library Baby Rhyme Time
A free, fun and noisy way to develop a love of language and a foundation for learning. Each session lasts about 20 minutes and includes the opportunity to join in with nursery rhymes and action songs.
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Reading stories is a great way to develop and encourage young children to read books. Come and join one of our Storytime sessions for 3 to 4 year olds - it's great fun.
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Appellant asked for the reasons for not undertaking the repair-work & officer responsible for it - He was made to run from pillar-to-post & his RTI application was merely transferred from one dept. to another - Penalty of Rs 10,000/- imposed on PIO20 Jan, 2016
Show Cause Hearing u/s 20 (1) of the RTI Act
Both the parties are present. The Commission vide order dt. 16.03.2015 had issued a show cause notice to the PIO&EE(M-I)/Rohini Zone, North Delhi Municipal Corporation, PIO&EE(MI), West Zone, and EE(M-II), West Zone, South Delhi Municipal Corporation, for deliberately not providing information under the RTI Act. AE(M-I)/WZ furnished a letter from PA to EE(M-I)/WZ written to SE(W)-I, wherein it is stated that he cannot appear before the Commission as his wife is hospitalised in Sri Ganga Ram Hospital. His presence is, thus, excused. Written submission dt. 15.04.2015 is received from PIO/EE(M-I)/WZ, wherein it is stated that the area in question of Ward C-57, Paschim Vihar was transferred in this division in July 2010 from the O/o EE(M-II)/WZ vide letter dt. 14.07.2010 and the amount Rs. 1596974/- was deposited with the IGL on 30.03.2009 with the O/o EE(M-II)/WZ and thus, no information was available in the office regarding deposition of amount by IGL and RTI application was transferred to O/o EE(M-II)/WZ for providing information. It is also stated in the written submission that the said area, at present, has already been transferred to EE(M-I)/RZ (in May 2012) and as such necessary action regarding restoration work will have to be taken by Rohini Zone.
Written Submission dt. 15.04.2015 were received from Shri S.K. Mittal, PIO/EE(M-II)/WZ. It is stated therein that the RTI application/first appeal was not filed in their dept. and that the appellant was informed that no information is available in their division as the concerned ward was transferred to the O/o EE(M-I)/WZ in July, 2010. He further stated that the money was deposited with the Unified MCD and accordingly, the matter was taken up at the HQ level with the Dy. Chief Accountant to sort out the issue of details of cheque deposited prior to the trifurcation and that details of the same were furnished to the appellant on 08.09.2014. He also stated that since the area was transferred, along with the JE, the requisite information will be available with the said JE and other concerned officials of EE(M)-I/WZ, SDMC and EE(M)- I/RZ, NDMC.
Written submission dt. 20.04.2015 were received from Shri S.K. Vashisht, PIO/EE(M-I)/RZ stating that the delay in providing information to the appellant vide letter dt. 04.09.2013 in response to his RTI application which was received in the office on 01.07.2013, was because the RTI application was marked to the then APIO, whose name was also involved with a CBI enquiry. He stated that since no money was deposited with their dept., no work of restoration has been done. He further stated that the further course of action was to be taken by PIO, WZ. The RTI application dt. 13.06.2013 was filed to Commissioner, NDMC and was replied by PIO/EE(M-)/RZ providing point-wise reply and he transferred the RTI application to AC/WZ, SDMC for providing information on Points 1 & 2. The FAA/SE/RZ in his order directed PIO/EE(M-I)/RZ to provide specific point-wise information to the appellant within 8 days. FAA/SE-I/WZ in his order dt. 02.01.2014 had directed PIO/EE(M)-I/WZ to provide modified reply to the appellant. PIO in compliance of the same informed the appellant vide letter dt. 07.01.2014 that no information is available in the O/o EE(M)-I/WZ and same can be obtained from the O/o EE(M)-II/WZ.
Written submission from the appellant has also been received. After hearing the respondent and on perusal of record, the Commission finds the RTI application has been transferred from one dept. to another. However, the custodian of information was PIO/EE(M-I)/RZ when the RTI application was filed on 13.06.2013. The information Points 3 & 4 was provided by the PIO at the very first instance. However, for providing information on Points 1 & 2, the RTI application was transferred to AC/WZ when the area had already been in the jurisdiction of Rohini Zone in May, 2012. Further, no explanation has been provided by Shri S.K. Vashisht, the erstwhile PIO/EE(M-I)/RZ regarding compliance of FAA's order neither in his written submission nor before the Commission. The Commission also observes that the PIOs have been lackadaisical in their approach and have given a poor display of their professional acumen. The appellant, in the instant case, wants to know about the reasons for the repair-work not being undertaken and the officer responsible for the same, but he is made to run from pillar-to-post and his RTI application is merely transferred from one dept. to another. Moreover, PIO/RZ misguided the appellant by transferring the RTI application to West Zone, when the said area had already been transferred to Rohini Zone in May, 2012. The PIOs from West Zone have informed the appellant, time and again, that no information is available with them.
In view of the above, the Commission imposes a penalty of Rs 10,000 (Rupees ten thousand only) u/s 20(1) Where the Central Information Commission or the State Information Commission, as the case may be, at the time of deciding any complaint or appeal is of the opinion that the Central Public Information Officer or the State Public Information Officer, as the case may be, has, without any reasonable cause, refused to receive an application for information or has not furnished information within the time specified under sub-section (1) of section 7 or malafidely denied the request for information or knowingly given incorrect, incomplete or misleading information or destroyed information which was the subject of the request or obstructed in any manner in furnishing the information, it shall impose a penalty of two hundred and fifty rupees each day till application is received or information is furnished, so however, the total amount of such penalty shall not exceed twenty-five thousand rupees: Provided that the Central Public Information Officer or the State Public Information Officer, as the case may be, shall be given a reasonable opportunity of being heard before any penalty is imposed on him: Provided further that the burden of proving that he acted reasonably and diligently shall be on the Central Public Information Officer or the State Public Information Officer, as the case may be. on Shri S.K. Vashisht, for violating of the provisions of the RTI Act, 2005. This amount will be deducted from his salary in two equal instalments @ Rs. 5000/- per month starting from June, 2015. The total amount of Rs. 10,000/- will be remitted by September, 2015. The Superintendent Engineer, FAA/NZ, North Delhi Municipal Corporation, is directed to recover the total amount of Rs. 10,000/- from the salary of Shri S.K. Vashisht and remit the same, latest by 30th September, 2015, through a Demand Draft or a Banker's Cheque in the name of Pay & Accounts Officer, CAT, payable at New Delhi and send the same to Shri Shanti Priye Beck, Joint Secretary (Admn.), Central Information Commission, Room No. 302, 2nd Floor, August Kranti Bhawan, New Delhi – 110066. Further, the FAA is directed to send a copy of this order to the concerned Drawing & Disbursement Officer, under intimation to the Commission, for necessary action.
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It's time for an upgrade in your mindset. Join Johannesburg's Entrepreneurs in this powerful one day event that will give you an insight into how the world's leading entrepreneurs have shifted their thinking to prepare for 2020 and beyond. It will transform the value of your company, your customers, your team and your time.
8.00 am - Registration opens
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Top 12 Principles of Entrepreneur 5.0
Discover the model of Entrepreneur 5.0 businesses, and how they are entirely different from the old Entrepreneur 4.0 and Entrepreneur 3.0 business models most entrepreneurs are using today.
You will learn the top 12 principles of the Entrepreneur 5.0 model, and see how to implement them into your current or new business. Roger will also share case studies of current fast growth companies that have already adopted this new model, and the impact they are having.
10:30 am - 11:00 am Break
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2020 Business Strategies in Action
You will create your own plan for the next one and ten years, designing the business, role and life you want to achieve the ideal income and impact, using the business strategies you learn on the day.
You will see how to use the cutting edge tools that are available today to turn your enterprise and your job into an Entrepreneur 5.0 business. Roger will take you through a process to transforming your mindset and mission into a 2020 ready plan.
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Roger mentors entrepreneurs and companies around the world, He has built his own companies into a $100 million group. Entrepreneur Resorts runs entrepreneur locations around the world and is today a public listed company. GeniusU has become the world's leading Entrepreneur education network with over a million members. Both are growing as Entrepreneur 5.0 companies.
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The Boskoop Historical Society organizes the exhibition 'From Oriental treasures to Gouda Plateel?' in the Boskoop Boomkwekerij Museum from January 18th to April 27th.
Catalogs and prints show how professional merchants in Boskoop worked in the early 20th century.
The ties with the Far East and the search for new crops and markets in the early 20th century. The exhibition evolves around catalogs and prints left by the company A. Koloos & Co, part of which is owned by the Boomkwekerij Museum and a part was made available by Nicole van der Steenhoven, a descendant of the fam. Koloos. These are truly beautiful prints that show how professionally the Boskoop traders worked.
According to tradition, these prints were also used as an example for images on Gouds Plateel. Unfortunately there is no evidence of this, although there is a series in a folder with the stamp of 'Regina Kunstaardewerk Gouda' On the basis of a travel report of another Boskoop trader / grower WF Koppeschaar from this same time we take the visitor by train through Russia via Vladivostok to Japan.


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Discussion in 'Pokémon Trading Card Game' started by Water Pokémon Master, May 8, 2019.
Technically Gen 5 got GG End.
OOOOO the card I want from this set is....
Haxorus GX (Dragon Type)
Haxorus Holo Rare (Dragon Type)
Druddigon GX (Dragon Type)
Druddigon Holo Rare (Dragon Type)
Hydregion GX (Dragon Type)
Hydregion Holo Rare (Dragon Type)
Terrakion GX (Fighting Type)
Landorus GX (Fighting Type)
Reshiram & Zekrom GX TAG TEAM (Dragon Type)
Kyurem GX (Water Type)
Black Kyurem GX (Dragon Type)
Turtonator GX (Dragon Type)
Solgaleo & Lunala GX TAG TEAM (Psychic Type)
Stakataka Holo Rare (Steel Type)
A new story has just been posted to PokéBeach's front page:
Solgaleo & Lunala-GX from 'Dream League,' Features Lillie!
Posts you make after this point will immediately appear on the front page and vice versa. Discuss!
This is also the first Tag Team regular art not to be illustrated by Matsuhiro Arita, which feels...rather strange, to say the least
Still, seeing Lillie in the artwork, as well as the reference to a new Lillie supporter, more than makes up for it in my book!
Funny how that GX attack has nothing on Keldeo-GX.
I like the random turtle in the picture. I hope that stays
Aren't Solgaleo and Lunala supposed to be in Alter Genesis as well? Guess we're doubling up for Cosmic Eclipse!
Supposedly we're getting Solgaleo & Lunala & Ultra Necrozma-GX: https://www.pokebeach.com/2019/06/a...e-tag-team-trios-and-a-new-tag-team-supporter
But the fact we're also getting Dialga & Palkia & Arceus-GX in the same set calls that into question (unless the set has two Tag Team trios). Waiting to see if the Japanese sell sheet erred.
Interesting that the GX move has no additional effect based on energy attached like every Tag Team shown yet, but it can be argued that having played the Supporter card counts as the extra condition to be met.
Maybe Lillie's Best Effort have something to do with energy ??
Solgaleo & Lunala TTGX - Its a classic OHKO on non-TTGXs that can get used of Malamar. Plus, its typing is getting some advantages when it comes to supports. We want to know what this Lillie card does if it is worth playing over Cynthia and some stuff. For now.... 4 Tentative Geodudes. If that Lillie is flat out bad, the score might be 3-4 since the immunity GX atk is far better to some like Mewtwo GX but the supporter is underwhelming and not worthy to use.
First main Tag Team GX that isn't drawn by Mitsuhiro Arita (not referring to the alt FAs)
…...EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE! Lillie!!!
Sorry, too excited
Strange there's no Arita art for this, but a good looking card aesthetically. But this looks like it means there's going to probably be N with Reshiram and Zekrom GX, and that has me excited as a gen 5 freak.
Pretty sure that the "+" refers to the fact that there's an additional requirement that yields an additional effect - it doesn't have to be energy. As it was stated in the "Trainer Tag Team" announcement, their relationship to Pokemon Tag Teams will be additional effects for meeting additional requirements. It just so happened that, until this point, these requirements have been related to extra energy.
I think this Lillie's Best Effort is going to be an OP prism star supporter with the condition of
"It can only be use if you are having # energy in play"
like the unbroken bond Volcanion's second attack
then the + sign on the attack is kinda make sense
it's like team effort kind of card, everyone have some energy on and the gx attack protects everyone
and the N with Zekrom and Reshiram will be something like
"It can only be use if your opponent are having # energy in play"
you know, because N loves to f*ck up your opponent
Yeah, that's my takeaway from this too. And it's nice to see it be something other than just extra energy. Just have to hope Lillie's new card is good!
Heck yeah, we were right. So if this exists then we're getting Zekrom and Reshiram with N in the art, yeah? Maybe Ghetsis with Black and White Kyurem.
Although, i am VERY VERY VERY VERY VERY upset we're not getting any Rainbow Rocket cards. I don't understand how they didn't so a single one... Kinda ridiculous.
Please give me my Ho-Oh and Lugia TTGX!!!


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RE2 Robotics Awarded Phase III SBIR Grant to Enhance its LIFELINE System for Use By Combat Medics in the Field
The LIFELINE system is a medical module applique kit that can easily be installed on either a manned or unmanned vehicle. LIFELINE enables a single person to lift and stow up to two litters (stretchers) on a vehicle for subsequent medical evacuation...
PITTSBURGH, PA - June 20, 2019 -- RE2 Robotics, a leading developer of robotic manipulation systems, announced today that the company was awarded a Phase III Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) grant from the U.S. Army SBIR office and the U.S. Army Medical Research Acquisition Activity (USAMRAA) to continue the development of its LIFELINE system, which is designed to assist combat medics in the field.
The LIFELINE system is a medical module applique kit that can easily be installed on either a manned or unmanned vehicle. LIFELINE enables a single person to lift and stow up to two litters (stretchers) on a vehicle for subsequent medical evacuation, thereby reducing the cognitive and physical burden on combat medics as they focus on their life-saving work.
During Phase II of the program, the Company successfully demonstrated the use of LIFELINE on a Lockheed Martin Squad Mission Support System (SMSS). The Phase III contract will allow RE2 Robotics to support hardware upgrades to the system so that it can be adapted for alternate S-MET (Squad-Multipurpose Equipment Transport) vehicles, and will culminate in a live demonstration during an S-MET Assessment event at Ft. Benning, Ga.
"Every S-MET vehicle has a unique platform design and requires modification to the LIFELINE system for full functionality," said Jorgen Pedersen, president and CEO of RE2 Robotics. "This program allows us to expand the use of our technology onto additional transport vehicles, which will showcase LIFELINE's modularity and intuitive operation."
This work is supported by the US Army Medical Research and Materiel Command under Contract No. W8IXWH-16-C-0062. The views, opinions and/or findings contained in this report are those of the author(s) and should not be construed as an official Department of the Army position, policy or decision unless so designated by other documentation.
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UAE targets sustainable growth with foreign ownership and visa reform
Changes will stimulate real estate sector and increase the country's competitiveness
The UAE's announcement of major changes to its residency and foreign ownership laws this week was met with a unanimously positive response.
From the Pakistani businessman who made the UAE his home decades ago and lamented his inability to own 100 per cent of his company until now – to the many real estate investors wishing their tenants were in situ for longer, the news was hailed as a positive step forward for the country's long-term economic development.
"Residency has been one of the flash points for people like me who have their roots here," businessman Abid Ali told The National, echoing the sentiments of hundreds of UAE residents keen to take a more committed stake in their country.
Under the plans announced on Sunday, foreign investors will be able to own 100 per cent of a company in the UAE – a significant departure from the current policy that restricts foreigners to a 49 per cent stake in entities outside free zones, requiring them to forge partnerships with Emirati stakeholders. The government will also grant residency visas of up to 10 years to some investors and professionals, compared to the current maximum of three years, to help spur inward investment. The new rules apply to specialists in medical, scientific, research and technical fields, and will also offer five-year visas to students and 10-year visas to "exceptional" students.
The latest measures will invariably augment the UAE's achievements, add depth to its economy, help it cultivate and attract new talent that further enhances its knowledge base and boosts the country's competitiveness.
As law firm Clyde & Co. said the new foreign ownership laws are a potential "game changer" for the thousands of foreign businesses operating in the country. They will give security to existing businesses and encourage foreign direct investment.
The visa changes could, as the Japanese lender MUFG said, "remove the transitory mindset of certain expats," which in turn helps the country retain a larger portion of the $45 billion repatriated by foreigners to their home countries. That will boost consumption and fuel economic growth.
Some of the UAE's most prominent real estate developers, including Nakheel and Danube Properties, also applauded the new rules, saying they would have a positive impact on the UAE property market. In particular, the changes are likely to stimulate the owner-occupier market, as more residents seek longer term housing by purchasing their homes or renting on longer leases, experts said.
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Non-equilibrium quantum dynamics in low dimensions: Mini-Conference at Durham University, UK, 20 - 22 July 2015
We invite researchers and research students to attend a three-day conference on non-equilibrium quantum dynamics in low dimensions, held in Durham (UK) from 20 - 22 July 2015. The conference is hosted by the Joint Quantum Centre Durham-Newcastle (www.jqc.org.uk).
Leading national and international researchers will present their research. Focus topics include the Kibble-Zurek mechanism in 2D Bose gases, spin squeezing and entanglement, many-body equilibrium phases of spinor condensates, and collisions and dynamics of bright matter-wave solitons. Confirmed keynote speakers include Jean Dalibard and Randy Hulet.
The scientific programme will be held on the Science Site of Durham University, with accommodation (for two nights) provided a short walk away at St. Aidan's College. On Tuesday evening the conference banquet will take place in the historic Durham Castle. The conference fee includes meals, tea/coffee.
Participants who would like to attend the conference should register their interest by sending an email to noneqquant [dot] conference [at] durham [dot] ac [dot] uk before *15 April 2015*. To be considered for a poster presentation or contributed talk, please attach an abstract of your contribution (see https://www.dur.ac.uk/physics/newsandevents/jqcminicon/registration/). Applications from postgraduate students and early-stage researchers are particularly welcome. Places are limited and early registration is strongly encouraged.
The event is partially sponsored by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC), the IoP Mathematical and Theoretical Physics Group and the IoP Quantum Optics, Quantum Information and Quantum Control Group.
We hope to see you at the JQC.
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We here at Hippo find the best methods are to vocalise your check lists – run it by a colleague for example. Afterall, two minds are better than one. Nonetheless, we've put together the below list to help you with your planning, highlighting some of the perhaps less obvious elements you may forget to focus on or remind yourself of when organising your event.
1. The Purpose and objectives of the event
Ask yourself, 'why are we holding this event?'. One of the most common mistakes made is thinking an event is wonderful idea, but not truly understand the purpose of the event or what the overall goal is. There needs to be a clear business reason to holding an event – but more so, if you do that the perfect reason, then it's remembering that. Keep this at the forefront of all your decisions, from food and beverage to layout and set design. Try to check in with yourself every couple of weeks and ensure you are ticking the boxes to achieve the objectives set out initially.
2. Putting yourself in the delegates shoes
It's so easy to get bogged down in all the organisation and countless emails, just trying to keep your head above water more than anything else. When you work in this way it's too easy to forget to take that step back and reassess. Each decision you make, consider how the delegate will see it. Remember, they may see things differently to the organiser who knows the ins and outs of everything.
3. Bringing Items On Site
Crew clothing? Tick. Signage? Tick. Delegate badges? Tick. The obvious are not those which are regularly forgotten, but it is the not so obvious which are. Think ahead with a focus on you, your crew and what their tasks are. Will you need an extension lead / adaptor for all their laptops? Will you need to laminate anything? Will you need highlighter pens? Will you need a spare laptop? What about some extra snacks for the crew who may not be able to eat during the break times? Think about the small items – they may seem trivial, but imagine how much easier your life will be not having to sort these things out on site, leaving you to concentrate on the logistics and your role.
4. Digital Connections
Such a vital part to any event, yet so rarely checked out. Wi-fi connections are essential to business events, so first and foremost consider your wi-fi requirements. If you are streaming content, you'll need a faster connection. If not, what will your delegates be using the wi-fi for? Additionally, it's amazing how many events we've attended and the wi-fi password has not been distributed. Display it and/or announce it. Our suggestion is to do this on registration.
5. Communication
We're not talking about the obvious here, everyone knows you have to collaborate to organise an event. However, have you considered how your event team is going to communicate on site? Walkie-talkies are by far the most effective. They're discrete, instant and allow your whole team to be privy to team conversations. Sure, you can ring a mobile phone or even create a group on an App, however this does create some issues. Firstly, it can look unprofessional being on your phone and secondly it is easy to miss messages by simply forgetting to check your phone (they should be kept on silent as sessions are taking place!).
6. Relaxing
You're working 6 days a week, in first to the office and the last one to leave at night. You're exhausted, but you 'have to do it to organise the event'. Events Management is meant to be fun, so keep delegating and manage your time as best you can. Stress only motivates up to a point, and thereafter can negatively affect performance. Give yourself enough down time to relax and take your mind off things. Don't forget to do this!
7. Debriefing
I've left this one 'till last for a reason. Although perhaps not necessarily a 'forgotten' element, it is certainly one which doesn't get prioritised. Following an event there should always be a debrief. Certainly this should take with within your team, but it can also be beneficial to do this with any key suppliers too (e.g. venue / AV). Try not to put it off. The most effective debriefs are those conducted within 24 hours of the event. Find out what worked and what didn't in your event planning so you can improve for your next event.
We're here to help! Please don't hesitate to contact us for any event requirements. Hippo.


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Shrimp with Mustard Sauce
From St. Charles, Illinois, Donna Richardson sends this fast stovetop dinner for two. Seasoned with white wine, Dijon mustard and garlic, the shrimp make weeknight dinners seem special.
Total TimePrep/Total Time: 20 min.
Makes2 servings
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup white wine or apple juice
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- 3/4 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 small tomato, seeded and diced
- In a nonstick skillet, saute onion and garlic in oil until tender. Stir in the wine or apple juice, mustard and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low. Add shrimp; cook and stir until shrimp turn pink, about 5 minutes. Stir in tomato; heat through.
Nutrition Facts2 each: 193 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 202mg cholesterol, 598mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 vegetable, 1 fat.
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This one is a "keeper". Super easy to put together and just right for two servings. The only thing I would change would be to double the amount of sauce. I served it with rice, and both my husband and I thought a bit more sauce would have been nice.


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The ActiveX is a whole new look at how we view mattresses. NestBedding is promoting their new bed to customers looking for a flashy new thing to sleep on. They claim it is one of the coolest foam beds ever, with some of the best support. Read our ActiveX Mattress Review and see if they have succeeded.
No time? Skip down to the ActiveX mattress review summary. ↓
Get Active on the ActiveX
Firmness and Support
Nest Bedding designed ActiveX for athletes or exercise focused sleepers. The top layer is a dense foam that gives fantastic support but is not exactly the softest top. We gave the mattress a 7 out of 10 on our firmness rating (10 being the firmest). Sleepers will find fantastic pressure relief with this bed.
The high-density foam also provides lots of support for sleepers. They designed every part of the ActiveX for very active customers who need to recover after a full day of exercise. The ActiveX achieves that by sacrificing a little bit of softness to give full body support. We haven't discovered anyone complaining of pain with this bed.
Sinkage and Motion Transfer
The dense foam makes for a slight sinkage on the ActiveX bed. Our Research found a sinkage level of 2 inches when laying in the middle. The Foam top also minimizes any significant horizontal motion transfer. Sleepers should be able to move a fair amount without disturbing their partner.
Temperature and Off-Gassing
Sleeping temperature is a big focus for the Active X Mattress. Dense Foam mattress tend to run hot, especially when compared to traditional spring mattresses. NestBedding knew this and designed the ActiveX with coolness in mind. The top layer is Luma Cooling Foam, while a Gel response foam and convoluted air flow layers lay beneath. The result is a foam mattress that sleeps surprisingly cool. Customers have reported that the ActiveX is almost as cool as the $3000 spring mattress competitors.
We found that a few customers found a bit of off-gassing. A slight smell is too be expected from a box mattress and will dissipate in a few hours. NestBedding makes their beds with only the highest quality, certified materials.
What is the "Active" ingredient?
The real magic of the ActiveX is happening under the flashy mattress cover. We examine how this 11-inch mattress can give the firm foam sleep but stay cool at the same time.
Mattress cover
NestBedding has put a lot of time and effort into the look and construction of the ActiveX cover. Not only does the cover look cool with a brightly color geometric top, but it is highly functional. The Thermic cooling fabric is a phase change material that is excellent at pulling heat away.
Top layer
2″ of ActiveX Luma cooling foam make up the top layer of this bed. The top layer is always the hottest, so this cooling foam is essential.
2nd Layer
2″ of Energex Gel Response Foam makes the ActiveX so great with pressure relief.
3nd Layer
2″ convoluted air flow layer pulls the heat down and away from the sleeper.
Bottom Layer
5″ of super high-density foam gives the perfect finish and support to the sleeper.
Mattress Customer Support and warranty:
ActiveX Cost
This bed is a little above average price for the Box Mattress industry. Costing around $1000 for a queen, this bed isn't the most expensive we have ever seen. It is interesting to note that customers think the ActiveX mattress price is right. The Queen bed has been sold out almost since the ActiveX was first released. Let us know what you think about the cost in our ActiveX Mattress Review comments section.
Nest Bedding PROMO CODES
NestBedding only offers discounts at certain times of the year. They don't offer coupons for their beds because they are confident in their pricing. They do however offer great financing and free shipping on their beds. Use our ActiveX promo codes to get free shipping on your bed purchase.
Head to Nest Bedding for discounts
Use the link to the right to see if there are any current deals
ActiveX Mattress Review
The ActiveX is a slightly firmer bed that sacrifices softness for a well-supported sleep. The dense foam layers have been expertly designed to pull heat away from the sleeper. Customers love the ActiveX, and it shows. The Queen bed has been sold out since they began releasing this mattress. If you are an athlete looking for a great bed to recover from a full day of exercise, then give the ActiveX a shot.


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What they say: Carlton Kids, the world's leading augmented reality (AR) publisher, is transforming children's reading with their award-winning line of iEXPLORE books – using the latest AR technology to blur the line between the real world and virtual world, creating an interactive experience for young readers.
What we say: "Wow! These books are amazing!!! My top tip is before giving them to your children, take a look through and make sure you download the relevant app first and give it a little try…yes just for fun (!) but also to make sure that you know how to work the app fully before the kids take over and need any help!
Once the app is downloaded it's really simple; point your phone/tablet at the interactive icon (not always on each page) and watch the page come to life…!
With everything from bugs to dinosaurs, the human brain through to dragons, iExplore books have something for everyone!
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The South African Reserve Bank's (SARB) timid rate cutting cycle, which comprised a total of just 50 basis-points across 2017 and early 2018, ended abruptly last week with a 25 basis-point rate hike, say analysts from Overberg Asset Management (OAM).
The repo rate increased from 6.50% to 6.75%.
But was it really necessary to hike interest rates, with the economy falling into recession?
According to the analysts at OAM the hike appears to be in contradiction with SARB's downward revision of its inflation and GDP growth forecasts, and was likely made to sustain the rand.
"In an environment of benign inflation and near-recessionary economic growth, the motivation behind the SARB's rate hike appears to be to protect the rand."
The analysts however believe that financial markets tend to not reward this sort of rate hike.
"The rate hike will not assist the rand on a sustainable basis. If anything, the opposite may be true."
"Higher interest rates will impact GDP growth, which in turn increases the risk of further credit rating downgrades and South Africa's expulsion from global bond indices."
South Africa economic review
• The SARB hiked its benchmark repo interest rate by 25 basis points from 6.50% to 6.75%, reversing the March rate cut.
The decision was evenly poised with three Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) members voting for a hike and three voting for no change. SARB Governor Lesetja Kganyago cast the deciding vote.
The rate hiking decision came despite the SARB lowering its headline consumer price inflation forecast for 2018 and for 2019 from 4.8% to 4.7% and from 5.7% to 5.5%, and its GDP growth forecast for 2018 from 0.7% to 0.6%. While the rand has strengthened versus the US dollar by around 4% and the dollar oil price has declined by around 20% since the last policy meeting in September, the SARB appears increasingly concerned about the inflationary impact of potential rand weakness and rising fuel prices.
In its policy statement, the SARB cautioned that: "Tighter global financial conditions, financial market volatility and the change in investor sentiment towards emerging markets remain key external risks to the rand." The SARB also cautioned that: "Administered prices, including fuel, electricity and water tariffs, are expected to increase at rates above the upper end of the inflation target range."
The SARB's Quarterly Projection Model forecasts another three 25 basis point rate hikes between 2019 and 2020, which would lift the repo rate to 7.50%. (See Bottom Line for further analysis).
• Consumer price inflation (CPI) picked-up in October from 4.9% to 5.1% year-on-year, attributed to rising fuel, water and electricity prices. Fuel prices were up in October by 22.8% on the year causing transport inflation to rise to 10.5%. Meanwhile, housing and utilities inflation increased to 5.2% pushed-up by water and other services inflation of 11.1% and electricity and other fuel inflation of 7.7%.
Core CPI which excludes energy and food prices due to their volatility, remained stable at 4.2% year-on-year unchanged for a third consecutive month and below the mid-point of the Reserve Bank's 3-6% target range. Core CPI data indicates negligible underlying inflationary pressure. On a month-on-month basis, core CPI increased by just 0.1% in contrast to headline CPI which increased 0.5%.
• S&P Global Ratings credit rating agency affirmed South Africa's long-term foreign and local sovereign ratings at BB and BB+ with a "stable" outlook. While indicating little risk of an imminent downgrade, the current ratings are already below "investment grade". S&P Global observed that "anaemic economic growth in 2018 and sizeable contingent liabilities continue to weigh on South Africa's fiscal prospects and debt burden."
The rating agency also warned against a significant weakening in the rule of law and property rights. However, it acknowledged that "the new government is pursuing a series of economic reforms that should help boost the economy from 2019 onward, despite structural impediments, chronic skills shortages, and high unemployment."
S&P Global forecasts GDP growth of 0.8% in 2018, rising to above 2% from 2019-2021, offering hope that the country could be awarded a rating upgrade if economic growth strengthened in a "significant and sustained manner."
• The SARB composite business cycle leading indicator, a measure of expected economic conditions 6-9 months ahead, slipped in September for a third straight month, falling from 104.9 to 104.7 although not far off its recent February peak of 107.4. Of the available component sub-indices, three fell and six increased.
The biggest detractors were a decrease in the number of residential building plans passed and a deceleration in the twelve-month percentage change in job advertisement space.
The biggest contributors were an increase in the South African produced export commodity price index and a widening in the interest rate spread between 10-year government bonds and the 91-day Treasury bill. A slight concern is the deterioration in the composite leading business cycle indicator for South Africa's major trading partners, indicating a potential drop in export volumes.
The week ahead
• RMB/BER Business Confidence Index: South African business confidence fell to the lowest level since the country lost its investment-grade credit rating, as political and policy uncertainty continue to weigh on sentiment.
An index tracking SA business confidence declined again in the fourth quarter of the year, according to the latest business confidence index by Rand Merchant Bank and Stellenbosch university's Bureau for Economic Research.
• FNB/BER Consumer Confidence Index: Due on Wednesday 28th November. The third quarter (Q3) FNB/BER Consumer Confidence Index is expected to have corrected downwards following its surge to a record high in Q1. The CCI remained at elevated levels in Q2 but since then surging fuel prices and continued growth in unemployment are likely to have dented consumer confidence.
• Producer price inflation: Due on Thursday 29th November. Producer price inflation is likely to have nudged slightly higher in October to 6.3% year-on-year from 6.2% in September, reflecting the inflationary impulse from the weakening rand and rising international oil prices. While PPI is likely to maintain its gradual upward trend over the next few months the base effect of high comparative year-ago levels should begin to show up in lower PPI readings from the second quarter 2019.
The rand has strengthened around 10% versus the US dollar over the past three months while the Brent crude oil price has weakened by 30% since its peak in early October.
• Private sector credit extension: Due on Thursday 29th November. Private sector credit extension growth (PSCE) is expected to have picked-up slightly in October from 6.3% year-on-year to 6.6% with improving business confidence lending a hand to corporate credit growth. Household credit growth is likely to remain subdued due to relatively high household indebtedness and poor employment prospects.
• Trade balance: Due on Friday 30th November. The trade balance is expected to have run a slight deficit in October following-on from the deficit of R2.3bn in September.
While weak domestic demand is constraining the appetite for imports October traditionally marks a spike in import demand as inventories are restocked ahead of the festive season. The month of October has recorded a trade deficit for six of the past seven years.
Bottom line
• The SARB's timid rate cutting cycle, which comprised a total of just 50 basis-points across 2017 and early 2018, ended abruptly last week with a 25 basis-point rate hike. The repo rate increased from 6.50% to 6.75%.
• Was it really necessary to hike interest rates, with the economy falling into recession in the first half of the year? The rate hike appears to be in contradiction with SARB's downward revision of its inflation and GDP growth forecasts. In its accompanying policy statement, the SARB not only lowered its headline consumer price inflation (CPI) forecast for 2018 and 2019 from 4.8% to 4.7% and from 5.7% to 5.5%, it also lowered its GDP growth forecast for 2018 from 0.7% to 0.6%, citing a widening in the output gap. The output gap has remained persistently negative indicating plenty of spare capacity in the economy.
The SARB's forecast for the output gap, which measures spare capacity in the economy, was revised from -1.3% to -1.4% for 2018 and from -0.8% to -0.9% for 2019.
• Admittedly the recently published headline CPI rate for October is above the mid-point of the SARB's 3-6% target range at 5.1%. However, the more important core CPI rate, which excludes food and fuel prices due to their volatility, is well below the mid-point at 4.2%.
Moreover, headline CPI is likely to decelerate sharply over coming months as the data starts to reflect the recent steep decline in oil prices and the strengthening in the rand. The rand has strengthened by over 10% against the US dollar since its low point in early September while the Brent crude dollar price has dropped by over 30% since hitting a multi-month peak in the first week of October. A fuel price decrease of around R1.70 per litre is expected to be announced before the end of the year, which would be the largest price cut on record.
• The SARB is becoming increasingly wary of risks to the global economy and their effect on the rand, citing the potential for "extended periods of currency depreciation." In an environment of benign inflation and near-recessionary economic growth, the motivation behind the SARB's rate hike appears to be to protect the rand. However, financial markets tend not to reward this sort of rate hike. If the rand were to collapse again the SARB would have to hike rates regardless of last week's increase only it would come from a higher base.
• The rate hike will not assist the rand on a sustainable basis. If anything, the opposite may be true. Higher interest rates will impact GDP growth, which in turn increases the risk of further credit rating downgrades and South Africa's expulsion from global bond indices. The credit rating agencies have consistently cited weak economic growth as one of their chief concerns.
• While acknowledging that the risk to economic growth is titled to the downside the SARB's policy statement highlighted that "current challenges facing the economy are primarily structural in nature and cannot be solved by monetary policy alone."
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New York, Apr 27, 2006
The goal of the NAIS is to provide health officials with a means of identifying livestock and premises that have had contact with a disease within 48 hours of discovery, helping to limit the scope of a disease outbreak and to minimize its impact on domestic and foreign markets. The NAIS will apply to all livestock, including cows, pigs, horses, goats, and even farm-raised fish and seafood. The program requests livestock producers to register their premises with a database and to obtain a unique 15-digit animal identification number (AIN) for individual animals or for groups of animals, such as chickens, that move through the production chain as a unit.
Under NAIS, producers may choose to use supplemental identification methods such as RFID (radio frequency identification) tags in addition to the AIN tags. To ensure compatibility and uniformity of technology, APHIS is in the process of identifying "open" technology standards and minimum performance requirements for AIN and RFID-AIN tags. Such standards are recommended by the Species Working Groups to the NAIS Subcommittee of the Secretary's Advisory Committee on Foreign Animal and Poultry Diseases.
Currently, AIN tags must meet the Code of Federal Regulations requirements for readability, durability, and printing characteristics. To support the interoperability of RFID technology, USDA requires conformance to two standards from the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). Developed by ISO Technical Committee 23/ Subcommittee 19 on agricultural electronics, ISO 11784:1996 Radio Frequency Identification of Animals – Code Structure and ISO 11785:1996 Radio Frequency Identification of Animals– Technical Concept, support an "open" technology in which any RFID scanner can read any RFID tag, regardless of frequency. The USDA's existing requirements are detailed in the document Administration of Official Identification Devices with the Animal Identification Number.
"Developing an effective animal identification system has been a high priority for USDA and we've made significant strides toward achieving a comprehensive U.S. system," said Mike Johanns, USDA agriculture secretary. "We recognize that this represents one of the largest systematic changes ever faced by the livestock industry and we have welcomed suggestions from stakeholders to ensure that we continue to gain momentum. The plan . . . will guide our efforts as we continue to work with our state and industry partners to implement a nationwide system."
USDA has set benchmarks to complete implementation of the program by 2009, at which time the agency expects to have registered all 2 million livestock premises in the U.S. and to have identified 100% of animals born that year and 60% of animals less than one year of age. While the NAIS is being developed and refined, participation in the program is voluntary. Producers are encouraged to test the existing system and to offer feedback to improve the program.


text: i now have 2 clowns,2 yellow tail damsels and 1 puffer.my ultimate goal is to end up with a regal or powder blue tang and a yellow tang and the clowns and get rid of the damsels and the puffer. will these be compatible. I didnt want to start with the tangs because i am a newbie.