Pat Regan

https://www.nurseryworld.co.uk/nursery-world/news/1161591/robert-goodwill-named-the-new-children-and-families-minister For a long time now we have heard and seen the problems facing childcare providers, childcare is at crisis level. Many many providers have closed their doors and still are. WHY

A brief but heartfelt tribute to the fallen, by a grateful grandson of just one warrior who crossed over the bridge many years ago  Private Patrick Regan. Kings Liverpool Regiment. Died:  21

In these times of excessive stress over jobs, finances personal relationships and other concerns, it’s good to know that our wild spaces still provide spiritual solace and inner tranquillity. Forgetting the somewhat

Dwayne Johnson Director of Social Care & Health attended the presentation session at Freshfield Children’s Centre on Wednesday 1st November. Quite a few people turned up to listen and ask questions. Mr

A great deal of confusion exists around the topic of Halloween. Consequently, what follows may help to simplify the situation.  Halloween was formerly called ‘Samhain,’ which comes from the Gaelic/Celtic meaning for

Southport shoppers understandably trembled in fear as Arachnobot, the giant 16 foot spider, munched his way down Chapel Street. Nothing could stop this crazed creature from digesting men, women and children, as

A call is being put out to all people who have a qualification to work with young children. Are you a teacher, childcare practitioner, childminder? Do you need to earn some spare

Children attending Pine Pixies Pre-School in Formby have been enjoying their autumn activities. Making characters out of the garden leaves that have fallen and pumpkin carving being just a couple. Pine Pixies

Supercars of the Northwest, end of season event, was held today at Victoria Park in Southport. More:  https://www.facebook.com/SOTNorthwest/  Video by Jason Regan  Pat Regan © http://pat-regan.blogspot.co.uk/ 

Close on the tail of Hurricane Ophelia, Southport was today treated to Storm Brian. A few hardy individuals arrived to witness the scene at Southport Pier, as the high tide flooded in…

A strange red sun has been reported across parts of England. The Sun (above) filmed at 11.32 am near to Southport pier today. The phenomenon was created by fragments of Hurricane Ophelia

Westminster Hall Thursday 12 October 2017 Meeting started at 1.30pm, ended 4.31pm http://www.parliamentlive.tv/Event/Index/35e1fae6-2e59-4f08-a779-3a667c34ae7d Robert Goodwill MP will not listen to common sense when faced with expert childcare providers that tried so hard

A House of Commons debate on the ‘effect of the 30 hours childcare funding’ is to take place today. The shadow minister for early years, Tracy Brabin, has confirmed that she will

THE ‘BIMMO FEST’ to be held at ‘BIRKERS’ on Sunday the 8th October 2017, 12 noon till late… All for a great cause…  All monies raised will go to help selected local

Childcare in England is grossly underfunded and many childcare settings and childminders have been forced into closure. Many of them rated as Outstanding by Ofsted. If you have a family member or

Photos and video by Jason Regan … Car repairs, call Dave Elsby Motor Engineer mobile no 07980 713661 The show included an entry of 300 cars and motorcycles, plus a wonderful 1950’s Fire Engine. The parades ran

Once again the weather held out and although the show ground was wet the day stayed dry.. Pictures speak louder than words, so here are more images to check out… Mr Tumble

Despite the recent ferocious August rains, the 18th of the month remained largely dry and bright. This ensured a steady trickle of visitors to the Southport Flower Show’s attractions. The ever-popular Ben Potter

Our end of term parties were enjoyed greatly, with the Teddy Bears’ Picnic for the younger children and the Leavers’ Party for the older children moving on to school. Many varied ‘teddies’

5 August 2017 The event was organised by local traders from Birkdale Village. A variety of attractions on offer included live entertainment and fairground rides, along with classic cars being exhibited. Local

I wrote an article reporting what I considered vandalism in my nursery setting. It has since transpired that the damage was done whilst a group was renting out the church hall during

Pictured above are some of the children at the setting with left to right: Catherine Regan, Registered Person, Co-Managers Martine Platt and Lynda Birtles and Practitioner, Alesha Carr. Pine Pixies Pre-School in

“Erm, what’s this all about then?” A young bull decides to ‘chance it’ across the dark waters at Marshside.. Heron seems quite unimpressed… Very pleased to reach dry land… Pat Regan ©

The UK government has announced plans to introduce drone registration and safety awareness courses for owners of the small unmanned aircraft. It will affect anyone who owns a drone which weighs more

This controversial topic is one that needs addressing for the safety of cats and human road users too. Campaigners from the CatsMatter group have contacted OTS News. They stated: “Our aims are to challenge the laws