National Air Weapon and Licensing (Scotland) Act 2015 – Air Weapon Surrender Campaign

Police Scotland has advised us of the forthcoming changes to air weapon possession and legislation in Scotland. The Air Weapon and Licensing (Scotland) Act 2015 will bring changes to licensing legislation across the country. A significant part of the Act will be to protect the public by creating a new licensing regime for air weapons, which will be introduced on 1st July 2016. From that date, the process of application and administration by Police Scotland of the new air weapon certification will commence. However, no one will be subject to prosecution for any offence of possessing an air weapon without certification until 1st January 2017, when the enforcement phase commences. In support of these changes, Police Scotland will co-ordinate and facilitate a national

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It’s A Knockout!

COMING SOON TO COLTNESS HIGH: It’s A Knockout Tournament and Summer Fayre! Do you enjoy madcap capers and raising money for charity at the same time?! Then sign up for ‘It’s A Knockout’ tournament taking place on Sunday 19th June. All we ask is that you can raise a minimum of £20 sponsorship money for Vision Africa. A tournament held recently at Strathclyde Park asked for £100 per player, so we are giving you a real bargain! On the day registration will open at 9.30 and all teams must be registered and assembled by 10.30. On the day the PTA will be hosting the annual Summer Fayre, with lots of goodies on sale, as well as refreshments and even a BBQ! We are welcoming

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Free Holiday Lunch Clubs

Holiday Lunch Clubs are an exciting new school holiday programme free for parents/carers and children (aged 5-16) to enjoy. Families are invited to take part in an 8-day programme of fun, food and fitness for parents and kids. Families will get the chance to: Learn more about healthy eating and cooking tasty meals on a budget Spend time doing fun activities together Kids will get a chance to: Take part in supervised games and activities Try new foods and have fun with their friends For more information please click on the link below: HLC_A4_Newmains

Society of Saint Vincent De Paul

Clothing Giveaway Saturday 11th June 2016 This event will take place in the Loyola Centre, Campbell Street, Wishaw. It is open to everyone in our community and we have new and used clothing, shoes, bags and accessories available for babies, children and adults. Doors will open on Saturday the 11th June at 11am and close at 2pm. The SVDP conference here in Wishaw is part of the international catholic organisation of The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul, whose mission statement is to “…seek to identify and combat all forms of poverty, by promoting social justice and actively working with those in need…” During our well-attended community events last year, we identified a need for suitable clothing within the Wishaw population. That is

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PUPIL BULLETIN – WEEK COMMENCING 30-5-16

GOOD LEARNING ALERTS We show respect for each other. SQA EXAMS Please show respect to pupils sitting exams by being careful around exam areas. IT’S A KNOCKOUT An ‘It’s A Knockout’ Tournament and Summer Fayre held on the school grounds on Sunday 19th June, in aid of Vision Africa. This promises to be a fun day of mad-cap mayhem and we are looking for everyone to get involved! To sign up and get a sponsorship form, please see Miss McAndrew in E3 at lunchtimes. £2 deposit is required to secure your place. Places will go fast so please hurray! If you have any questions, or know of any local businesses or organisations who could help out with donations, please see Miss McAndrew for

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