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TWO cd copies of dream-
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clays premiership, also
large soul the valleys t
shirt unwrapped 8 tel
07866661656
3 pairs of sterling silver
earrings 1 topaz, 1 gar-
net, 1 amethyst drop
style ideal presents 20
tel 02920 793433
LADIES pair of shasha bea
strappy ankle boot size 6
tan colour real leather
20 no offers tel 02920
793433
NEW stair climber wheeled
shopping trolley never
used 20 tel 02920
793433
BLUE mamas and papas
pushchair needs four
inner tubes with carry
seat from newborn pick
up only 50 tel
07539818487
CARAVAN tyre and rim
new 175 R14 five stud
25 tel 07967798546
CAR tow pole pulls upto
1,800kg breaks into
three parts comes with
carry case 20 tel 02920
793433
FIVE piece wooden patio
set electric mower
60ono for both tel
01633 893511
GOOD quality cream bed-
room carpet two pieces
118" x 9ft/9ftx9ft other
pieces included approx
360sqft underlay 60
01633 413905
HOOVER numatic Hetty
same as Henry only pink
genuine reason used
once cost 109 sell 90
tel 01633 663591
PORTABLE adjustable
artist table Ikea wipe
clean white height and
angle adjustable 34"
approx 18 tel 01633
663591
SIX heavy metal roofing
sheets 20ft approx long
30 tel 01633 663591
RECORD collection every
album or lp you ever
wanted many classics
buy individual or whole
lot 1 upwards tel
07956286465
INFLATABLE pool 8ft x 3ft
deep like new comes
with electric air pump
35 tel 077914202277
MOTHERCARE nanu
pushchair 15 tel 01633
612988
THREE piece suite for con-
servatory wicker work
excellent condition 30
tel 01633 764993
UNWORN M&S pervna
grey beaded top with
camisole size 18 10ono
tel 01633 871610
NAVY unworn "together"
beaded front cocktail
dress, calf length size 20
15ono tel 01633
871610
M&S putting net unused
still in box 8 tel 01633
871610
WHITE table top angle
poise lamp ideal for mak-
ing fishing flies 10 tel
01633 871610
QUALCAST electric lawn
mower and electric
hedge trimmer 40 tel
01633 815281
ENIGMA lightweight alu-
minium wheelchair sin-
gle user up to 18 stone
50 tel 01633 612988
ALUMINIUM ladders
extends to 16ft very
good condition 25 tel
01633 673196
DARK wood coffee table
10 tel 07791179846
PINE effect dressing table
mirror 20 tel
07791179846
SMALL round table 7.50
tel 07791179846
OUTDOOR revelution light-
weight awning wine
colour 35 tel 01633
775983
NEW firedoor 2ft 6" x
30inches 20 tel 01633
775983
PINE dresser top only 45
tel 01633 775983
EURO hike 2 berth tent 5
tel 01633 775983
APOLLO alloy folding bike
adult size good condition
65 tel 01633 870259
LINDAM sure porte baby
gate never used 10 tel
01633 769273
HALF set browning golf
clubs 9 clubs 3 woods
plus bag 50 tel
07974958576
BROWN computer desk,
keyboard and bottom
shelf. 33" high, 34" wide,
20" deep. 10. Tel:
01633 871612
LLOYDLOOM white bed-
room chair, needs
repainting. 10 Tel:
01633 871612
TRILOGY of "Fifty Shades
of Grey", as new 5 Tel:
01633 871612
TWO Mens Blazers 48"
chest, short fitting, one
beige, one taupe. 15
each or two for 25.
Tel: 01633 871612
CRYSTAL Decanter and
six whisky glasses. As
new 50. Tel: 01633
877924
STUNNING Belgium Rug.
54"w 74"L. Beige, Cream
and Wine. Still packed,
top quality. Cost 120
sell 50. Tel: 079822
38279
ITALIAN
DESIGN
Cream Leather
Sofa, Chair,
Footstool. Like new.
Showroom condition.
Can Deliver.
Cost 1700 -
Bargain 350
Tel: 07982 238279 FICUS plant in ceramic
pot, 6ft high 40. Tel:
01633 877924
PANASONIC Viera 32inch
LCD TV. Full HD 1080p.
Excellent condition
100. Tel: 01633 877924
CARAVANS FOR SALE
ACROSS THREE BEAUTIFUL
PARKS IN WEST WALES
GREAT PARK FACILITIES
FROM 6,950.00
RING STEVE FOR DETAILS
TEL: 07805 238035
Unmissable
New Season Deals
Prices from only
8995 inc 2014 fees.
4 family parks in Pembs,
excellent facilities &
close to local attractions.
Call for free brochure on
07817075198
2 BedroomBrick Chalet For Sale
ABSOLUTE BARGAIN - ONLY 16,000
*******************
Stunning 4* Holiday Park, North Devon
Beautiful coastal views and dog friendly country walks.
Excellent on-site facilities.
Heated indoor & outdoor pool.
Perfect for families with young children or for a quiet retreat.
Open 12 months of the year.
Call or Text Toby on 07775 269 137
RIDE ON
MOTOR
8 Horse power
Westwood
175 ono
Tel:
01495 775478
WANTED
Welsh slates, stone roof
tiles, clay tiles, flag
stones, quarry tiles.
Re-useable building
materials
BEST PRICES PAID
01495 722514
07970 554985
BABYDAN large metal
octagonal playpen with
gate and floor may.
Excellent condition 45
Tel 07968783653
COPPER metal full fire
guard 5 Tel
07968783653
MOSES Basket, stand and
air flow mattress 10 Tel
07968783653
BOXED as new Baby
Bumbo childs seat and
play tray 25 Tel
07968783653
DOUBLE
BED
unused still in
packaging, pocket
sprung orthopaedic
mattress, 2 drawers
in base 120
Tel: 07931 141036
MAMAS and Papas nurs-
ery draw unit in light
birch wood. Used but
excellent condition.
Matching wardrobe also
available.50. Tel:01633
775682.
MENS Nike trainers in
white with blue Nike
flash, never worn, size 9.
Original price 60. 15.
Tel: 07521932324.
JAGUAR XK Coupe liquid
silver fantastic detailed
car for collectors only.
Mint boxed. 17. Tel:
07521932324.
2 kitchen diner high chairs.
Pair chrome with wicker
affect. Good condition.
15. Tel: 07531932324.
UFO/unopended files mag-
azines from July/Aug
1994-2003 inc 2
binders. Also 18 issues
of unopened files. 10.
Tel: 07531932324
YARD SALE
Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th
Starts 11amtil 7pm.
Bell Lane, Abersychan NP4 7AQ
BIG SALE, TOO MUCH TO LIST.
Tel: 078114 30616
If weather bad Yard Sale will be the following weekend.
X Files Book of the
Unexplained. Volume 1
and 2, Hardback. As new
condition. 10. Tel:
07531 932324.
MAMAS and Papas nurs-
ery wardrobe,in light
birch wood. Used but
excellent condition.
Matching draw unit also
available.50. Tel: 01633
775682.
HUMAN Givens. Other
tarot bookes available
from 2-5. 10. Tel:
01633 309069.
INDONESIAN
SIDEBOARD
with mirror
3 drawers. Ideal for
living room.170mm
long, 460mm width.
Collection only.
200
Tel: 07713 962463
STAMPS
Top cash offers
made for
stamp collections
also coins.
(incl Pre 1947 silver).
Tel: 02920 754643
3 PIECE SUITE
3 seater settee and 2
chairs, Powder Blue
as new condition,
very comfy
160 can deliver
Tel:
07931507143
KING SIZE
Deep Sprung Base
Divan Bed,
with 4 drawers, top
quality as new mat-
tress.
Cost 495 Sell 175
can deliver
07931507143
A Course in Miracles, text,
workbook for students,
manual for teachers.
"Foundation for inner
peace" 8 Rogerstone.
Tel:01633 309069
TAROT palmistry tuition
books. 5xTarot, 1xcd
(Secrets of Tarot(,
2xPalmistry. Take best
from each and create
your own powerful sys-
tem. 20.
Tel:07935804445
LOVELY hinged wooden
portable artists table
easel. Adjustable angle,
storage, lightweight.
Used once. 13"x13"x3.
No offers 15.
Tel:07935804445
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Stop Smoking,
Lose weight,
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Pain etc
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07850 941845
www.cwmbranhypnosiscentre.com
SINGLE
ROOM TO LET
Redecorated, fully
furnished in shared
house near Newport
Town Centre.
70 per week
inclusive.
Tel:
07737 717304.
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OPERATORS LICENCE
ASSOCIATED BRITISH
PORTS
OF
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NEWPORT
NP20 2UW
is applying for a licence to
use:
ALEXANDRA DOCKS
NEWPORT
NP20 2UW
as an operating centre to
keep 1 goods vehicles and 0
trailers
Owners or occupiers of land
(including buildings) near the
operating centre(s) who
believe that their use or
enjoyment of that land would
be affected should make
written representations to the
Traffic Commissioner at
Hillcrest House, 386 Harehills
Lane, Leeds, LS9 6NF stating
their reasons, within 21 days
of this notice. Representors
must at the same time send a
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address given at the top of
this notice. A Guide to Making
Representations is available
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Refurbished
BEDSITS
from 55 pw.
All bills inc.
T: 07717 400200
I.W.
Electrical
All domestic
work undertaken
Inspection,
Testing &
Certifcation
07581190382
Karens Blinds
Suppliers of all types
of blinds.
Child Safety Regs Met
Free Quotes
Free Fitting
Amazing prices on verticals
huge selection on offer
01495 313001 01633 932958
07969 477191
Dragon
Electrical
Time Served
Electricians
01633 669 669
07771 766 366
Over 30 years Exp
Free Estimates
PLUMBER
Purnell Heating &
Plumbing
52 yrs Plumbing & Heating
experience est. 1967
No Job Too small
or Too Big.
OAP Discounts
01633 254535
49091
Steve Gerrard
Removals
Free Quotes
Free Boxes
STORAGE AVAILABLE
07899 052861
01633 614277
MARK A LEWIS
ROOFING & BUILDING
LOFT CONVERSIONS &
PLASTERING
Office Number:
01291 652906
01633 262801 or
07793 155202
Fair Trade Commission Approved
Confederation of Roofing Contractors
Crystal Clean
Wales
Driveway, Patio,
Carpet & Upholstery
Cleaning Specialist
01495 762541
07837 923720
www.crystalcleanwales.co.uk
Low Prices
to
RcmovuIs
Packing service &
storage available
Boxes provided
Distance no object
Call Jordan on
01633 614274
07767 368980
or 079722 97301
Help Haul Removals
OR Big Van
and Driver
Any place, house or item
Cheapest move
youll ever make.
House Clearance
T: 01495 753251
M: 07752 213069
Storage Available
Canpolat
Book
Keeping
07713 462 463
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Admin Services
Book Keeping
Aerials
& Satellites
Installed & Repaired
Robinsons Aerials
01633 663056
Discount for OAPs
KPS ELECTRICAL
07541 419747
01291 652906
will beat any quote from
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FROMA PLUG TO A REWIRE
ALL SEASONS
Garden Maintenance
Lawns Cut From
8
Patios, Fencing, Jet Washing,
Decorative Chippings,
Borders, decking plus
many more services available
01633 855166
07752 631900
B Edwards
decorating
Int/Ext Painting
Paper Hanging
OaP/disabled discount
01633 549 891
07554 912178
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AII ospects o{ PIosterIng,
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Full Replacement & Repairs
NEWPORT
AREA
1 Bedroom Flats
from 300 pcm
and Bedsits from
60 pw all in
Tel:07878 301702
Bond required
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11 Fairoak Avenue,
NP11 8FX.
We are acting in the sale
of the above property and
have received an offer of
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Any interested parties
must submit any higher
offers in writing to the
selling agent before an
exchange of contracts
takes place.
haart estate agents,
11 Bridge Street,
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1.0 2001
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EW, PAS, CD,
alloys, 50mpg
very good
condition
475
Tel 07790330906
ROVER 25
1400cc
53 Reg
Alloys
Tax & MoT
Colour - Gold
Good runner.
700 ono
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FORD KA
Taxed + MOT
met paint, leather,
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load cover, cargo,
net. exec drive
1580
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ELDDIS
HURRICANE GT
2-Berth
Plus Isabella
awning hardly
used also porch
awning and winter
cover, plus extras,
log book available,
Excellent condition.
Non smoker
2000 ono
Tel:
01495 763540
VAUXHALL
ASTRA
Blue, 2005, 5
Speed Semi Auto
Petrol, New MoT,
3 months Tax
2995
Tel:
07770 046488
WANTED
4 X 15" Wheels For
Citeron Zafira
Picasso no Alloys
and if possible
no tyres
Tel:
07717 081625
VW PASSATT
TDi
New MoT,
6 months Tax,
excellent condition
throughout,
Alloy wheels,
just service,
1995 ono
Tel:
07779 090417
2002
VOLKSWAGEN
GOLF GT TDi
6 speed, long mot,
6 months Tax.
Excellent condition
throughout.
First to see
will buy.
Metallic Black
1995 ono
Tel:
07779 090417
VAUXHALL
MERIVA
1.4L, Silver, 2005
model, MoT
May-15, Tax Nov-
14, Excellent
condition
1750
Tel:
07702 096261
FORD KA
Green, 2004,
5 Speed Manual Petrol,
MoT until 30/05/2015
In very good condition
850
Tel: 07969 575028
MITSUBISHI
COLT 2009 CZ
In Silver,
5dr Manual Petrol,
Reliable, economic
family car.
F/S/H, Tax 03/15,
Mot 11/3/15
3,150
Tel No
07951619859
BMW 530I SE
Black
2000
5 Speed Manual
Petrol,
C/RL, Alarm.
2,200
Tel: 01495 760726
SKODA FABIA
Silver, 2004
5 Speed Manual Petrol,
C/RL, Alarm.
Original Owner,
Abergavenny area.
CD.
1,400
Tel: 01873 880616
RENAULT
CLIO
BILLABONG
2003
3 Dr Hatchback
86,000 miles,
1200cc.
Silver with grey
trim. Tax and MoT
til October 14.
Alloy wheels.
Sunroof.
895
Tel: 07970185801
RENAULT
SCENIC
Black, 2002
5 Speed Manual
Petrol, C/RL, Alarm,
Aircon, Alloys,
Sunroof, CD.
795
Tel: 07775863147
VOLKSWAGEN
CAMPER
VW Westfalia
Campervan LHD
Chrome yellow,
MOT July Taxed Dec,
good condition, runs
well, original interior,
call for more details.
9,250
Tel: 07772621075
VAUXHALL
ASTRA
1.6 SXi
W reg 2000
Vgc.
Faultless runner.
MoT September.
Any trial.
Only selling because
no longer needed.
Sold with
6 months tax.
475
Tel: 01633 895922
FORD KA, X Reg, black,
vgc, needs MoT so only
195 or swap motorcy-
cle. Tel: 01633 895922.
IFOR
WILLIAMS
3.5 tonne twin
axle trailer
12x6 twin axle
3.5 tonne trailer
ideal for small plant,
materials, or small
cars.new floor and
brakes.vgc.
1,000
Tel: 07759 035326
BAILEY
CORSAIR
2-Berth
Awning etc.
Needs little work.
425
Tel: 01633 880466
LANDROVER
FREELANDER
05 Reg
Facelift Model
in Black
1.8 Petrol
11 months MoT,
twin sunroofs,
detachable back.
Drives really well.
1,995 ono
Tel: 07967 905141
SAAB 93 SE
Turbo
Convertible
1999
76K miles. Grey.
Leather interior.
Tax end Sept.
MoT end March.
Immaculate
condition.
1,800
Tel: 01633 760894
HONDA CIVIC
1.6
VTEC
EXECUTIVE
2005
Leather interior.
FSH.
Two lady owners.
Tax and MoT
til March.
57,000 miles.
Excellent condition.
2,700
Tel: 01633 413905
CITROEN 1.4
XSARA
V Reg, Tax Sept,
MOT March 15.
Silver. Any trial,
immaculate
condition.
400
Tel:01633 669789
or 07761450771
2003 CITY
ROVER
1.45, petrol,
Tax 30th June 15,
MOT till March
2015.
Starts first time.
Needs a bit of TLC.
500
Tel:01633 856673
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Nearly half of all offce workers admit to
day-dreaming during meetings at work
OFFICE staff who have meetings at
work, hold, on average, three meet-
ings per day, lasting over an hour in
total, according to a study by Radis-
son Blu Hotels.
This is the equivalent to more than
ten million man hours each day
spent in meetings in offices up and
down the country.
In extreme cases, some individu-
als attend more than ten meetings
per day or say they spend more than
three hours each day in meetings.
While many businesses see meet-
ings as integral to the success of
their organisation, the study sug-
gests workers are not as engaged as
perhaps they could be.
Of those questioned, 27 per cent
found the meetings that they attend
to be average, while a further 15
per cent went one step further and
labelled their meetings bad or very
bad and a completely ineffective use
of their time.
The top three reasons given for
meetings being ineffective were: no
clear agenda (66 per cent); poorly
managed (50 per cent); and uncom-
fortable furniture (11 per cent).
Other grumbles including poor
room layout (10 per cent) and lack of
refreshments (seven per cent).
Nearly half of office workers (47
per cent) admitted to daydreaming
during a meeting, with 37 per cent
admitting to missing a key point as
a result.
Nearly a fifth of attendees (19
per cent) have found themselves
distractedly looking at their phone,
while one in ten has actually even
fallen asleep (11 per cent) or played
a game to amuse themselves (nine
per cent).
Steve Manfield, area director, mar-
keting UK and Ireland for Radisson
Blu said: The UKs meeting indus-
try generated 5.6 billion for the
economy in 2013, therefore its im-
portant that meetings are designed
to be as productive as possible.
Our study shows that people can
often get quickly distracted and
phase out during poorly planned
and frequent work-based meetings
in the office.