Newsletter Issue 13 April/May 2012

Easter Quiz

Well what a fun time was had at the Easter Quiz which was held in Hesketh

Park. The weather was kind to us and everyone enjoyed the quiz, socialising and

of course the Easter eggs! Thank you to everyone that attended it really was a

fun day.

June, fearlessly, checking the answers and of course, the Eggs!

London

Two members of our group recently went along to

The Big Lobby in London. This trip not only involved

either swopping shifts or giving up a day’s holiday but

also leaving very early in the morning so that they

could be in London in time to attend. I think you will

all agree with me that we are very grateful for their

dedication to raising our group’s profile and the

tireless work that is done to try to ensure better

provisions for our children. (Read what they had to

say about the day and meeting John Pugh, further on

in this newsletter.)Thank you to Jackie and Angie B

from our group.

London The Big Lobby

Jackie and I set off for London armed and ready with our letter and points for

discussion with our MP, John Pugh. After a fast super sonic train journey we

arrived in Euston and I soon learnt the etiquette of the London underground!!

Thank goodness Jackie knew what to do and where to go! We were welcomed at

the liberal club by the DUK team who showed us to our table and then we were

offered tea, coffee and biscuits. The morning started with Baroness Barbara

Young (DUK Chief Executive) welcoming us. That was followed by Adrian

Sanders (MP) who prepared us to meet our MP's. After a lovely lunch (especially

the burgers) it was time to make our way to meet John Pugh. Our DUK 'buddy,'

Sam took a small group down to Portculis House. Security was an experience,

then the time came! We spoke about our key points, education, GP's and

hospital/clinic appointments. We left the letter with him with all the other

points and views off our parents from the group. His personal assistant took

plenty of notes and we felt our 15 min lobby went well. We also invited him to

come to meet us all at a fundraising event, which he has agreed too. After a

picture for the press under Big Ben we were invited to a drinks reception in the

Strangers Dining Room at the House of Commons. Once again Baroness Barbara

Young spoke and Paul Burstow gave a speech, details of which are on the DUK

website or our FB page. After a few ‘drinkies’ it was time to leave. Overall the

day was a fantastic experience. We met lots of lovely people and exchanged

stories about the differences around the country. Duk had organised a full

action packed day and were very professional from start to finish. Jackie and I

would like to thank the group for letting us represent you. Let's hope some good

will come out of it. Here's to our next campaign!!!

We, as a group, would like to thank Diabetes Uk for organising

this event.

Summer Fun Day

Scarisbrick Village Hall

Sunday 15th July

12-5pm

Adults £1 Children Free

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Top tips helpful suggestions

Summer Holidays looming have you got enough supplies for while you are away, I

know we always take extra ‘just in case’.

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***If you have attended either a weekend educational break or your child has

attended a week long educational break please let us know what you/your child

liked or disliked about it***

AS ALWAYS PLEASE CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AND OUR FACEBOOK

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Contacts:June 07849788993

angiegore@blueyonder.co.uk

Website www.thelancelotschildrensdiabeticclub.co.uk

www.facebook.com/groups/Lancelots

Thank You

Angie