June 2002

News up-date Posted Sunday, June 30, 2002 by london-diary
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News up-date Posted Sunday, June 30, 2002 by london-diary
Mayors e envoy launches new broadband guide for business The Greater London Authority is publishing a new and simple guide to broadband access for business. Recognising the importance of broadband communications to creative industries in particular, Valerie Shawcross, the Mayor of Londons e envoy is publishing the guide today. Speaking at a Creative industries Broadband Seminar Valerie Shawcross said: I am delighted that the Greater London Authority has produced this simple guide for businesses to enable them to find out where they can get broadband services. The Mayor and I are committed to the development of broadband services in London which are integral to wider business competitiveness. It is particularly critical to innovations in our creative industries which will play a critical role in Londons future growth and prosperity.

Carol Borghesi, BT Director, London said: Broadband is the key to energising businesses, modernising public organisations and making a real and lasting difference to people's lives. BT is playing a leading role in the Creative Industries Broadband Seminar as part of our commitment to help London and the UK exploit the potential of broadband to the full. The seminar, sponsored by BT, is being attended by 80 business leaders. The day has been designed to identify practical business applications for broadband services and drive up demand. The event has been organised in recognition of the opportunities advances in internet access present for business to deliver fast, detailed and interactive services to customers. The Mayor is also working together with his London Development Agency (LDA) to examine what needs to be done to stimulate demand for broadband services from London’s business.




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News up-date Posted Sunday, June 30, 2002 by london-diary

News up-date Posted Sunday, June 30, 2002 by london-diary

News up-date Posted Sunday, June 30, 2002 by london-diary

News up-date Posted Sunday, June 30, 2002 by london-diary

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News up-date Posted Thursday, June 20, 2002 by london-diary

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News up-date Posted Thursday, June 20, 2002 by london-diary

LATE LAST NIGHT with Emilio Estevez and Steven Weber: An every day conflict that sends shivers down your spine. An interesting account of one day in any of our lives.

JUST VISITING with Jean Reno, Christian Clavier and Tara Reid: Great acting, some of the funniest lines heard on screen, an absolute must to rent on DVD.

Both out from the 5th of August in your local video store

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News up-date Posted Thursday, June 20, 2002 by london-diary

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News up-date Posted Thursday, June 13, 2002 by london-diary

News up-date Posted Thursday, June 13, 2002 by london-diary

News up-date Posted Thursday, June 13, 2002 by london-diary

Moulin Rouge Celebrity Party: FRIDAY JUNE 21ST NEW CONNAUGHT ROOMS GREAT QUEEN STREET LONDON WC2. A spectacular starry gala of music, dance, song and fashion. Celebrities and invited guests will attend a champagne reception in the Balmoral Room followed by dinner in the Grand Hall with the MOULIN ROUGE EXTRAVAGANZA show on Friday June 21st at the New Connaught Rooms.

The show creates the spirit of the Moulin Rouge Paris brought bang up to date for London today. From opera with CARMEN VASS to gospel and jazz to pop with new all girl group KOKO this spectacular show also features solo performances by OMAR, LAMAR and DEETAH with the PATRICK ALLEN BAND with 30 dancers from ballet, jazz and can can, live on stage.The extravaganza continues with an Haute Couture Fashion Show presented by DAVID EMANUEL featuring collections from exciting young designers ROMERO BRYANT, PERCY GILBERT, LUIS MCDONALD, and JERRY OCAMPO featuring 40 models.

Celebrity models confirmed to date include MIS-TEEQ, PENNY LANCASTER, CHRIS EUBANCK, KATRINA LEEDER (Airline) ROSS DAVIDSON (Hollyoaks) plus other surprise guests stars to be announced. There is a Celebrity Charity Auction in aid of the BRITISH HEART FOUNDATION. Then the after party where guests can either chill out or dance the night away until 3am. MOULIN ROUGE EXTRAVAGANZA is produced and choreographed by VENOL KING choreographer ( KYLIE MINOGUE. CLOTHES SHOW BBCTV) for KING PRODUCTIONS in support of the BRITISH HEART FOUNDATION to celebrate British Heart Week.

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News up-date Posted Thursday, June 13, 2002 by london-diary

News up-date Posted Wednesday, June 12, 2002 by london-diary

Gallerys private view titled Back to Back will be on in June from 6:00 to 8:30. Walton Street is located. The artists are a husband and wife team by the names of Dianne Flynn and Paul Hedley. Both artists are in many corporate and private collection in Britain and abroad. Both paint images in a figurative, impressionist style.




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News up-date Posted Wednesday, June 12, 2002 by london-diary

News up-date Posted Wednesday, June 12, 2002 by london-diary
BOND NIGHT JUNE 2002

The final countdown to the summer party of the year has begun! Bond Night 2002, taking place in June will be Bond Streets contribution to the celebrations surrounding the Queens Golden Jubilee. From 6pm to 9pm Bond Street will be closed from north to south (Oxford Street to Piccadilly) and the street will be awash with entertainers, musicians, glamorous guests and champagne. There will be music, street performers, a Concours d Elegance courtesy of the Bentley Drivers Club, a balloon race and a Bond Street tombola. The all girl classical quartet, Bond, will be making a special appearance for the occasion. The event is in aid of Barnardos.

Special limited edition, exclusive, Bond Night T shirts will be on sale on the night. Designed by Ralph Lauren these are guaranteed to be a sell out with proceeds going to Barnardos. Bond Night 2002 is being sponsored by the Emirates and participating members of the Bond Street Association. The official Champagne supplier is Veuve Clicquot. Most activities and receptions on Bond Night will be fully open to the public, and no entrance fee will be required. A special guide to Bond Night, with full details of all events, will be available in the Evening Standard in the run up to the event.

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News up-date Posted Wednesday, June 12, 2002 by london-diary
JERMYN STREET CELEBRATES
THE QUEENS GOLDEN JUBILEE
THURSDAY 20, JUNE 2002

This year the Jermyn Street Association will be celebrating the Queens Golden Jubilee in June 2002, with a spectacular street party. Jermyn Street will be closed from St Jamess to Haymarket from 6pm-9pm and the street will be awash with entertainers, musicians and general fun and merriment! There will be parties in many of the shops, a display of prestigious cars by Stratstone of Mayfair, music, street performers, Cows by kind permission of Cow Parade and an opportunity to win a luxury holiday courtesy of Wentworth Travel. The galleries of St Jamess will also be open for viewing. The evening is being sponsored by Chelsfield plc, Skanska and participating members of the Jermyn Street Association. The official Champagne supplier is Moёt & Chandon. Most activities and receptions for the Jermyn Street Jubilee Event will be fully open to the public, and no entrance fee will be required.


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News up-date Posted Wednesday, June 12, 2002 by london-diary

News up-date Posted Wednesday, June 12, 2002 by london-diary

Mayor publishes report on Londons night time economy London Mayor Ken Livingstone has published a new consultants report on Londons night time economy in the 24 hour city. In the report he commissioned, Late Night London: Managing the Late Night Economy, the issues relating to London as a key night spot are outlined, including how London can retain its World City status and compete with other international rivals such as New York, Tokyo and major European cities. Ken Livingstone, Mayor of London, said: London is one of the most exciting places in the world offering the best food, theatre and cultural activities and is a considerable draw for foreign tourists and UK visitors. We need to balance the needs of people enjoying Londons nightlife with those of local residents. London’s great night life is not restricted to Zone 1. Other parts of the city like Brixton, Ealing and Shoreditch also have a lot to offer. Obviously a late night culture has to be managed to meet the concerns of residents and provide personal safety and safer travel at night which are essential to a 24 hour city.

The report examines the night time economys financial benefits, disadvantages and how best to minimise the problems associated with a 24-hour culture. The Mayor has already worked to combat many of these problems by boosting tourism, putting more police on the streets, enforcing licensed minicabs and increasing the number and frequency of night buses. Other Mayoral initiatives include improving night time travel options, funding by his London Development Agency for culture led regeneration projects and Greater London Authority led work to tackle misuse of alcohol and drugs.
The study has already informed work on the draft London Plan, due out later this month. All parts of Londons public services have to work in partnership to maximise the economic benefits without compromising public safety and to limit damage to public spaces and anti social behaviour, which can impact on the perception of an area. The report also stresses that particular attention needs to be paid to the potential for developing the Business Improvement District model where businesses in a particular areas work together to improve the public space through organising and financing additional local management and services, which the Government has announced it is willing to support. In developing this, the Mayor has made headway already in policing and late night transport and will have an important role to play in developing a coordinated approach to the management of late night entertainment areas. The 24 hour economy currently employs over 300,000 people and half a million people enjoy London’s weekend nightlife every week.




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News up-date Posted Wednesday, June 12, 2002 by london-diary

News up-date Posted Wednesday, June 12, 2002 by london-diary

News up-date Posted Wednesday, June 12, 2002 by london-diary

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News up-date Posted Tuesday, June 11, 2002 by london-diary

News up-date Posted Tuesday, June 11, 2002 by london-diary

DESTINYS CHILD AT SELFRIDGES, LONDON
Supergroup Destiny's Child will be appearing at Selfridges, Oxford Street in June in Ladies Designer Room to sign copies of their new book: SOUL SURVIVORS: The Official Autobiography of Destiny's Child. This is the only signing event with Destiny's Child during their current UK tour. Destinys Child are the biggest selling female group of all time, having sold more than 33 million albums and singles. They have had more No. 1 records in the US charts than any girl group in music history. But their success didnt come without its share of hardships and heartbreaks their struggles with ex members and scandalous rumours of betrayal. Their faith, talent and love of performing have seen them through their singular
experiences and helped them breakthrough as global superstars. Now they have the opportunity to set the record straight.

SOUL SURVIVORS: The Official Autobiography of Destiny's Child
By Beyonce Knowles, Kelly Rowland and Michelle Williams
(Published by Boxtree: 7 June 2002, Hardback £16.99, fully illustrated)


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News up-date Posted Tuesday, June 11, 2002 by london-diary

THE WORLD Cup may be reaching fever pitch in Japan and South Korea but closer to home the beautiful game is living up to its name with a celebrity tournament supported by Frank Lampard, members of the cast from SKY TVs Dream Team, Denise van Outen and the girls from FHM. Taking place on Fathers Day (Sunday June 16) in Barnes, south West London, the event is raising funds for Cancer Research UK which has designated June as Mens Cancer Month. Joining Chelseas Frank Lampard on the day will be Leicester Citys Frank Sinclair and members of the cast from Mike Bassett England Manager. Television presenter and cover girl Ivana Horvat recently voted among the worlds 100 sexiest women and fellow beauty Ebony will be leading the cheers from the sidelines before hopefully taking to the turf later on.

Denise van Outen will be roaring on her boyfriend, Richard Traviss, who is captaining a team from the nightclub he owns, Browns in Covent Garden. Hunky actor Jez Edwards, who plays Danny in Holby City, will also be in the dugout and will later be hosting an auction of football memorabilia. The Cancer Research UK 5 a side tournament kicks off around noon at Barn Elms Sports Centre, Barnes. It has been organised by Kat Wallace, Andrew Flynn (who lost his father to cancer last year) and Larissa Trew (whose mother died from the disease in March).

Mr Flynn said: With the fantastic support we have had from people who are taking part, we are sure this event will be a huge success. Hopefully we can raise buckets full of cash for Cancer Research UK. The fact that it is taking place on Fathers Day is very poignant for me. Although the family football fest is for charity, there will be no holding back as far as the players are concerned as they compete for the winners’ trophy.

Following the game, there will be a charity auction of highly sought after memorabilia. Lots include: signed balls from Arsenal FC and Chelsea FC; Chelseas Mark Bosnichs signed goalkeeping kit; Roberto di Matteos shirt from the last game of the 97/98 season; signed Dream Team kit; a football signed by Stefan Iverson; John Scales personal Liverpool shirt; and the item every footie fan lusts after a shirt signed by the current England squad. Cancer Research UK spokesman Martin McGlown said: It is wholly appropriate that Mens Cancer Awareness Month should be supported by this marvellous event. In the UK, prostate cancer is the second commonest cancer in men after lung cancer. One in 14 men will develop it in their lifetime. Testicular cancer, which mainly affects men of football playing age, accounts for around 1,700 new cases a year and incidence rates have increased by over 20 per cent over the past 10 years.

Hot food, a fully licensed bar and football with the stars what more could a father wish for on Fathers Day? Entrance to the Celebrity Charity 5 A Side is £5, from 11.30 am onwards. There is limited availability for teams of eight players to enter. The auction takes place at approximately 6pm and the football final will follow at 6.30 pm.



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News up-date Posted Monday, June 10, 2002 by london-diary

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News up-date Posted Wednesday, June 5, 2002 by london-diary

News up-date Posted Wednesday, June 5, 2002 by london-diary

News up-date Posted Wednesday, June 5, 2002 by london-diary

(Sunday) Bar Salsa, 26 Charing Cross Road, WC2, Tube: Tottenham Court Road
Class 6.30pm - 8.00pm all levels £7, Club only £4 8pm-late
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(Monday) Havana, Hanover Square, London, Tube; Oxford Circus
7.30pm-9.00pm, all levels £6 incl. Club.
9.00pm-2.00am Club free before 10pm £3 after.
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(Tuesday) Bar Rumba; Tube; Piccadilly Circus, 36 Shaftesbury Avenue, London W1
7:00PM - 9:00PM - Beginners, Improvers and Intermediates
Salsa Dance Club 9:00pm - 3:00am, Club only £3.00 , Lesson and Dance Club £7.00
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(Wednesday) La Finca - Tube; Angel Islington, 96-98 Pentonville Road, Islington, London N1
7:00PM - 9:00PM - ALL LEVELS
Salsa Dance Club 9:00pm - 2:00am
Club only £4.00 Lesson and Dance Club £7.00
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(Thursday) BILONGO 56 Bondway (Junction of Bondway & Parry Street)
London SW8, Nearest Tube/BR: Vauxhall (Exit 3 & 4)
7.30pm-9.00pm, all levels £6 incl. Club. Salsa Dance Club 9:00pm – 11.00pm
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(Saturday) La Finca - Tube; Angel Islington 96-98 Pentonville Road, Islington, London N1 8:00PM - 9:00PM - Beginners, Improvers and Intermediates
Salsa Dance Club 9:00pm - 3:00am, Club only £6.00, Lesson & Club £6.00
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News up-date Posted Wednesday, June 5, 2002 by london-diary

HAVANA IN MY HEART A CELEBRATION OF CUBAN PHOTOGRAPHY
June 13th / July 21st Cigars and Revolution; religion and music; the sea and the sun; beauty and decay - this is the colourful and turbulent story of Havana over the last 50 years told through the black and white images of its own people.

Havana In My Heart features over 120 vintage images - mostly unpublished - drawn from the works of internationally acclaimed photographers such as CONSTANTINO ARIAS, OSVALDO SALAS, ALBERTO KORDA, and PERFECTO ROMERO as well as their less well known peers. Digging deeper than the stereotypes of old American cars and women smoking cigars, this stunning new exhibition and book captures the heart and soul of this unique city through images from the second half of the 20th Century. The result is a balanced narrative of the culture and history of this incredible island nation.

This is an authentic picture of Cuba.
Havana In My Heart, The Exhibition Proud Central, London (June 13th July 21st). Havana In My Heart, The Book by Gareth Jenkins, published by M Q Publications (June 2002) RRP £20

Havana In My Heart is the culmination of over 10 years work by Gareth Jenkins. Having worked on a cultural project with Cuban artists in London in 1989, he was given a gift of 50 prints by Cuban photographers. The idea for a book was born. Many journeys later we can finally see the results of his research.

The exhibition simultaneously focuses on elements of Cuban society while also providing a broad narrative sweep of Cuban history: Divided into themes such as Street Scene, Revolution, Everyday & Ritual, Artists and Performers, the images guide us from Havana's early prosperity, when it was globally-renowned as a fashionable, cutting-edge city, through the Revolution of 1959; the Soviet presence; the withdrawal of the Soviets in '91 and the emergence of Cuba as a leading tourist destination for the 21st century.

Havana In My Heart was very much a labour of love for me comments Gareth Jenkins. "Since the very first time I visited Cuba in 1987, I have been captivated by the country. As the Cuban ethnologist Fernando Ortiz once remarked, Cuba is an ajiaco criollo, a Creole garlic stew in which everything from music to religion is mixed together. People of different races, cultures, and religions have been thrown together on this beautiful island, with its wonderful climate and have created a new society of mixtures. Not a melting pot, but a pot in which all the various ingredients retain their own identities, yet all intermingle.

The very medium of the show the black and white of the photography provides its own unique insight, a reminder of the isolation imposed on Cuba by the U.S. embargo which made colour film and processing facilities virtually unavailable for forty years. These poignant and prize-winning photographs have never before been brought together in either a major book or an exhibition. Havana in My Heart not only celebrates the formidable talent and skill of Cuban photographers but also tells the story of Havana's individual, irrepressible and vibrant spirit.




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News up-date Posted Wednesday, June 5, 2002 by london-diary
To celebrate the new series of Angelina Ballerina on CiTV,
Hamleys are staging a Funday Sunday dedicated to Angelina
Sunday 9th June 2002, 12 pm onwards

News up-date Posted Wednesday, June 5, 2002 by london-diary
THE INTERNATIONAL CERAMICS FAIR & SEMINAR 21ST BIRTHDAY
14-17 June 2002, The Park Lane Hotel, Piccadilly London W1
Opening Times: llam-7pm
LOAN EXHIBITION: WINTERTHUR TURNS FIFTY

The International Ceramics Fair and Seminar is 21 this year. It has spawned many imitators but remains peerless in the quality of antique and contemporary ceramics and glass for sale and in the eminence of its dealers, lecturers and loan exhibition. 21 is a mature age for a fair, but The International Ceramics Fair & Seminar is ever youthful due to the enthusiasm it generates among exhibitors and visitors (witness the legendary queue on the first day which begins at dawn and sometimes the previous day) and the introduction of new areas such as Art Deco glass and contemporary British ceramics and glass. Its three part structure of Loan Exhibition, lecture series and specialist dealers showing finest pottery, porcelain and glass from 5000 BC to 2002 AD is a winning combination of commerce and academia.

Museum curators and specialist dealers share their knowledge and enthusiasm and together try to solve the many mysteries that inhabit the ceramics world. The lecture audiences have the rare opportunity to hear the latest findings about various kinds of ceramics and to see and buy similar examples at dealers' stands. Although known for rare antique ceramics and glass, the fair increasingly features the modern and contemporary periods. For instance, Adrian Sassoon stylishly mixes contemporary British studio ceramics and glass with antique French porcelain. The Mallett stand this year presents a rare opportunity to see and/or buy 30 / 40 items of Art Nouveau and Art Deco glass from the factory museum of Val Saint Lambert the Baccarat of Belgium.' Many are signed and dated.

LOAN EXHIBITION
The Loan Exhibition Winterthur Turns Fifty: Ceramic Rarities from an American Country Estate represents a vast collection of approximately 19,500 ceramics and glass dating from 1640 to 1860 at one of Americas favourite museums. Winterthur is located in 1000 acres of an American country estate near Wilmington, Delaware bequeathed by the du Ponts in the early 20th century. English ceramics ranging from the finest porcelain to modestly decorated earthenware and stoneware, as well as Chinese export porcelains such as a plate from George Washington's personal Order of the Cincinnati dinner service, are among the highlights of nearly 70 objects in the Loan Exhibition. Curator of the exhibition Mrs. Leslie Grigsby, Curator of Ceramics and Glass at Winterthur, will give a lecture on the collection. At the dealers' stands, there will be items for sale similar to those highlighted in the lecture and loan exhibition.

Antique Worcester is one of the most popular areas at the fair. In the Loan Exhibition is an exceptional example of English flower painting. The jar, made 1815 / 20 as part of a set with vases, is hand painted in enamel inside the cover Chamberlain Worcester Manufacturers to their Royal highness The Prince Regent and Duke of Cumberland. 18th century English, French, German and Austrian porcelain gain increasing rarity each year, as collectors and museums draw them into their collections and natural losses occur. However, The International Ceramics Fair and Seminar is the top source in the world for 18th and early 19th century Chelsea, Worcester, Bow, Sèvres, Meissen, Du Paquier and other classic names from the high point of European porcelain making.

Similarly, many landmarks in the history of pottery and porcelain making in China from 5000 BC through Han and Tang and Ming to 15th and 16th century porcelain made for the Imperial court to 18th century Chinese export are represented at the fair. Well served, too, are collectors of 17th to early 19th century English pottery and of 19th century pottery and porcelain, such as the top quality and rare examples of Mason's Ironstone and French faience at Valerie Howard.

14 Lectures about English, French, German, Russian, American and Chinese ceramics will be given by museum curators and other academics throughout the four days of the fair. For example, the style and links between the great tile traditions of China and the West will be discussed by Rose Kerr, Chief Curator of the Far Eastern Department at The Victoria and Albert Museum. In another lecture, Meredith Chilton, Chief Curator at The Gardiner Museum of Ceramics Art in Canada, will explore the social and historical context for the popular commedia dell arte porcelain figures made at a number of European factories


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News up-date Posted Tuesday, June 4, 2002 by london-diary

News up-date Posted Tuesday, June 4, 2002 by london-diary
CONTEMPORARY SCULPTURE AT WADDESON MANOR
ANGUS FAIRHURST

News up-date Posted Tuesday, June 4, 2002 by london-diary

Award Winning Chef Kuldeep Singh to launch second West End venture in May. Kuldeep Singh is to launch Chowki, his second West End venture, at a cost of £1million next month. Destined to be a hit, Chowki will be a trendy venue with 150 covers; an unpretentious and accessible restaurant with prices as low as £2.50 for starters and £5.95 for a main course. Singh, former head chef of Soho Spice, Pukkabar and the Red Fort, set up Mela in 2000 on Shaftsbury Avenue which won him Indian Restaurant of Year in 2001. After Melas amazing success Singh visualised the concept of Chowki. Chowki, a wooden elevated platform atop which food is placed for family meals, will specialise in serving Indian food home style in a very warm and informal set up, available to everyone through its affordable prices but stylish surroundings. Each month the menu will feature traditional cuisines from three different regions of India, giving visitors a reason to go back again and again to try new dishes.

As well as a vibrant and chick eating area Chowki will have a separate bar with an array of cocktails and beverages, as well as a small non-alcoholic menu. Situated in the basement, the bar area is ideal for private functions and great to retire to for light drinks after a succulent meal. Gaurav Chawla, who previously worked at Mela and Taj Mahal Hotel, India, will oversee the front of house operation with a team of 20 floor and bar staff and 10 kitchen staff. The restaurant interior was designed and built by Intigra. Design and headed by Toni Ghani Jnr. Ghani has worked for a number of high end design houses in London and worked on Bhatti in Covent Garden (London) and The Grand (Bedfordshire). Intigra also designed and made the stylish bespoke furniture.

Mr Toni Ghani Snr says: We have designed and built a number of restaurants around the UK, but Chowki will become a landmark for us not only because of its location and the high profile of its owners but also because we have been given an open brief to do as we like with no constraints. Chowki is just one leap away from Piccadilly Circus on Denman Street and will be open between 12 noon and 12 midnight when it starts operating in May this year. Kuldeep Singh says: I am very excited about this new restaurant. We have all worked very hard to make it special for our customers and we hope it is as successful as Mela. Singh adds: Chowki has demanded more effort, money and input because it is harder to create real traditional Indian cooking. Mela was easy so I'm taking my time with Chowki.



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News up-date Posted Tuesday, June 4, 2002 by london-diary

The Royal Academy of Music is delighted to announce that the first
Honorary Doctorates to be awarded in its 180-year history will be
presented to Sir Colin Davis and Sir Elton John at this years
graduation ceremony, to be held on 3rd July 2002. In 1999 the
Academy was admitted to the University of London as a full
college, allowing the institution to award University of London
degrees up to PhD level as well as award honorary degrees and
doctorates to individuals who have made a significant contribution
to musical life.

Sir Colin Davis is Principal Conductor of the LSO, Principal Guest
Conductor of the New York Philharmonic and Honorary Conductor
of the Dresden Staatskapelle, as well as International Chair of
Conducting Studies at the Royal Academy of Music. Sir Colin
demonstrates a tireless enthusiasm for his work with Academy
orchestras, and he makes considerable donations of his own
valuable time. His many memorable performances have included
two Mozart da Ponte operas and Sibelius symphonies in the
Academy's free on Fridays lunchtime concert series and at the
Royal Festival Hall. Sir Colin has conducted for three sets of live
Academy CD recordings: Così fan tutte and Le Nozze di Figaro
with London Royal Schools Opera and a Mozart Gala Concert from
the Royal Festival Hall. Professor Curtis Price, Principal of the Academy, said: I am
delighted that the University of London, through the Academy, has
decided to honour Sir Colin, one of greatest conductors of our age.
He has enriched our musical culture for so many years, both on
the professional stage and through his complete devotion to
nurturing music in young people.

Sir Elton John spent most of his teenage years as an Exhibitioner
at the Junior Academy, the Royal Academy of Musics programme
for talented young musicians. He says: I have always regarded my
training at the Royal Academy of Music as vitally important to the
development of my career as a popular musician. Sir Elton has
returned to the Academy on several occasions and has been
generous with his advice for current students. He gave a concert for
students and staff at the Academy in 1998, preceded by a candid
interview covering all aspects of his career a great opportunity for
students to learn tricks of the trade from one of todays most
successful musicians, an artist of international iconic proportions.
Professor Curtis Price, Principal of the Academy, said: Elton
John, who is one of the most gifted and influential musicians in the
world today, laid the foundations of his career at the Academy. So
it is entirely fitting that he should be receiving the highest honour
awarded by the University of London.



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AT HAMPSTEAD THEATRE FROM 10 JULY
Back where it began: Mike Leighs cult classic ABIGAIL’S PARTY returns to Hampstead Theatre where it was devised and produced twenty five years ago. This will be the final play in the current building before the move to the new theatre in January 2003. The cast is Elizabeth Berrington, Rosie Cavaliero, Wendy Nottingham, Steffan Rhodri and Jeremy Swift. The director is David Grindley and the design is by Jonathan Fensom. Previews are from Wednesday 10 July, the press night is Wednesday 17 July and the play runs until 14 September. Embarrassment, hysteria and pathos as Beverly and Laurence invite the neighbours round for drinks in this unflinching look at the pretensions of the nouveau riche. Mike Leighs multi award winning play premiered at Hampstead Theatre in April 1977.The film of the play became a cult hit on television and spawned numerous productions all over the world. It is now a GCSE set text. Mike Leigh has written and directed over twenty stage plays. His latest feature film All or Nothing goes on general release in September. Elizabeth Berrington plays Beverly. TV credits include The Lakes (BBC); film work includes Giselle in Naked and Jane in Secrets and Lies; recent theatre: Top Girls at the Aldwych. Rosie Cavaliero plays Angela. Films include Topsy Turvy, and theatre: In Flame, Bush & West End.
Wendy Nottingham plays Sue. Recent theatre includes The York Realist (Royal Court), and films include Topsy Turvy and Secrets and Lies.
Jeremy Swift plays Laurence. He was last seen at Hampstead Theatre in Feelgood. Steffan Rhodri plays Tony. TV includes the BAFTA nominated Tales from Pleasure Beach (BBC). David Grindley’s stage work includes Single Spies (national tour), The Erpingham Camp (Assembly Rooms, Edinburgh), Loot (Chichester Festival Theatre and The Vaudeville) and The League of Gentlemen (Komedia). ABIGAIL’S PARTY is a co-production with Theatre Royal Bath where the play will run from 2 - 6 July prior to Hampstead Theatre.

ABIGAIL’S PARTY BY MIKE LEIGH AT HAMPSTEAD THEATRE NW3 3EX
Box office: 020 7722 9301
Performance times: First preview Wednesday 10 July
Monday to Friday at 7.45 PM
Saturday matinees at 3.00 PM
Press night Wednesday 17 July at 7.00 PM
Tickets: Previews, Monday night: £12.00
Tuesday – Saturday matinee: £16.00
Saturday evenings £19.00
Concessions: £8.00


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ITALIAN MUSIC CONFERENCE NEWS TDK DJ AWARDS June 11th Riccione, Italy

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Following on from last years Volkswagen DJ Awards and the previous Coca Cola DJ Awards, Keynote Multimedia are proud to announce the 2002 DJ AWARDS sponsored by TDK. The 2002 TDK DJ Awards will take place on Tuesday 11th June in a dazzling awards ceremony to take place on the Beach in Italys leading party resort, the stunning Riccione as part of this years Italian Music Conference taking place from Sunday 9th June to Wednesday 12th June and features the worlds biggest and most respected DJs and artists from the house music scene including Tony Humphries, Benji Candelario, DJ Spen, Bobby & Steve, Lenny Fontana, and many more and events at Italys most prestigious night spots such as Echoes, Club Byblos and Club Pineta.

The 2002 TDK Awards promises to be a spectacular event and a night to remember. For your chance to be there contact steve@zooevents.com (UK Applications) or maucleme@tin.it (Europe and USA) or check out the official web site on www.italianmusiconference.it For the ninth successive year the Italian Music Conference takes place once again in Riccone, Italy between Sunday 9th June 2002 and Wednesday 12th June 2002. The brainchild of Maurizio Clemente (Keynote Multimedia) a name readily associated with spearheading soulful house music throughout Italy and Europe alike, the conference makes for a unique opportunity for music industry professionals including both major and independent Record Labels, Artists, Producers, Promoters, Managers, PR and Promotion Companies, Journalists and Radio DJ's and house music lovers from around the world to do business and meet new contacts in a friendly and relaxing environment.


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Terrence Higgins Trust 20th Anniversary
20 years ago, no one had heard of AIDS, and the HIV virus still hadnt
been discovered. But today, there are around 33,500 people living with
HIV in the UK, and the disease has gone from a standing start to claim
14,000 lives in this country alone. Thursday 4th July marks the 20th
anniversary of the death of Terry Higgins, the first person in the UK to
be identified as having died with AIDS. After his death, a group of his
friends formed the Terrence Higgins Trust to provide information and
support for people affected by this devastating illness. Today, Terrence
Higgins Trust is the UKs leading HIV and AIDS charity, helping over
15,000 people every year.

* With many more people now living a fulfilling life with HIV instead
of facing a death with AIDS, what does it mean to live every day with an
illness which is still highly stigmatised?
* Volunteering for Terrence Higgins Trust 20 years on we still need
buddies, mentors, administrative support, fundraisers and help line
operators. Our volunteers can tell you what makes them give up their time
to help people with HIV
* Raising money for an unpopular cause when 86% of the population
wont give money to HIV and AIDS, how do we persuade people to give?
* The continued rise of other STIs young people dont consider
themselves to be at risk from HIV, but cases of STIs such as chlamydia
amongst young women have doubled since 1995
* The prejudice and discrimination that still surrounds HIV, and how
we are working to change peoples perceptions
* What's changed in the doctor/patient relationship how THT and
people with HIV have worked with clinicians and drug companies to develop
effective treatment and care


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Warning of GP recruitment crisis for London
London could suffer from a massive shortage of General Practitioners because a large number face imminent retirement. With more than a quarter of London GPs currently over 55 years of age, Department of Health representatives today warned that NHS targets for recruitment and retention could fall short of the number needed in the capital. NHS targets plan for an extra 255 GPs by April 2004, yet it is believed that around 2000 more GPs will be needed over the next decade. Members of the Access to Primary Care Investigative Committee heard that a number of innovative measures to recruit and retain GPs have been considered by a Pan-London Action Group. These include overseas recruitment and changing GP locums to substantive posts by offering more flexible working. The Action Group was also looking at offering enticing packages to GPs in a bid to keep them working in London. Around 50 percent of GPs are trained in the capital, yet only a small percentage works there afterwards. London Assembly Member Elizabeth Howlett, Chair of the Access to Primary Care Investigative Committee, said: ‘We have been assured that these measures will address the problem, but it is imperative that this potential recruitment problem be tackled before it reaches crisis point for the 7.3 million people in London.’


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We have nominated Bodeca Bar as the London Diary and the Group of Clubs club bar. Members are offered a complimentary glass of wine for the cardholder and one guest when presenting their membership card. The Bodeca Bar is a relaxed place, containing three opulent lounge rooms.

The Mysterious Green Room, the Golden Room and the Red Room are perfect for after work drinks or simply to enjoy an evening drink or meeting. If you are meeting people in town and want to ensure you get that little extra attention, the members lounge is the place to meet.

London Diary also offers conference and meeting facilities. Our nominated boardroom, located in Mayfair, comfortably seats twelve and is available at an exclusive rate. If you require larger meeting rooms, please contact us and we will accommodate your needs.

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SeaPoint by Cliona Harmey and Dennis McNulty

Variablemedia is pleased to announce SeaPoint, the first project to be
hosted at their www.variablemedia.org site. SeaPoint is a collaborative Internet project by artist Cliona Harmey and electronic musician Dennis McNulty. Starting on June 9, 2002 with updates occurring daily, SeaPoint will run for a period of 28 days. During each day of the project Harmey will record a 10 second digital video sample of the Irish Sea from a fixed location on shore at Seapoint on the south Dublin coast. She will process the days recorded images into a video animation file and allocate this file a number and description from the Beaufort Scale. The Beaufort Scale (for use at sea) measures wind speed by observing the visual effects of wind on water and allocates a number ranging from 0 for calm conditions to 12 for a hurricane. This measurement for the days images, combined with various chance procedures, will be applied to the concurrent audio recording in a resampling process devised by McNulty. These audio files will then be recombined with the video animation as a short Flash film.

The Beaufort Scale (for use at sea) is an adaptation of an original
scale devised in 1806 by Irish born Admiral Sir Francis Beaufort. The
visual descriptions of the water, used by this adaptation, are highly
poetic e.g. #1 Scale like ripples, #2 Small, short wavelets with glassy crests. The existence of this process reflects an attempt to understand natural phenomena through classification. Through the interplay of recordings, written classifications and digital processes, SeaPoint will evolve as an open ended document, which blurs any strict categorization of nature or technology.

Cliona Harmey is an Irish artist who works with a variety of media such as video installation, photography and the Internet. Her current
practice is primarily concerned with the recording and resampling of the minutiae of mutable natural phenomena. She has participated in numerous exhibitions and projects Internationally, including; Tis, State of the Art Gallery, Ithaca, New York; Thaw 01, The Institute of Communication and Culture, Iowa; Vdor Break 21, Llubijana, Slovenia; The Reading Room, Catalyst Arts, Belfast. Cliona recently completed a residency at the Inkshop Printmaking Center Ithaca, New York. She lives in Dublin and works as a lecturer in Digital Media at Dunlaoghaire Institute of Art,Design and Technology.

Dennis McNulty works with sound in a variety of contexts. He has been
making electronic music as half of 'Decal' for almost a decade and has
developed numerous sound and music software and hardware systems.
Previous projects include, Decompression 2 for The Captain's Road
exhibition, Dublin; the development of an algorithm for generating
non-repetitive rhythmic streams based on Markov chain analysis, for an
installation by Ralf Nuhn and an audio performance using a Nanoloop
Gameboy Sequencer at one of the Dublin Art and Technology Associations
monthly DATA events. Decal have just released their third album '404 not found' on Planet Mu records.

Michelle Deignan and Simon Goodwin created Variablemedia in 2001 to
explore notions of place, process, temporality and artistic practice.
This London (UK) based organisation is now initiating a series of web
projects involving internationally based artists. Artists will occupy
the www.variablemedia.org site for a period of between one and three
months. This empty space is available for them to change, update and add to during their project's run; a criterion of these projects is that the artist's present work over time. Variablemedia.org aims to present the artists work in an unmediated form; all explanatory material and archives will be held at the sister www.variablemedia.info site. Following SeaPoint is a project by Edward Dorrian and Sally Morfill, which will commence on July 7th 2002.




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Education and research are vital to planning Londons future outlined how research by the higher education sector can help in preparing London for a huge surge in economic growth as well as enhancing and retaining its position as an international economic force. Much of the Mayors London Plan due out early next month, is underpinned by statistics released in the Mayors report Planning for Londons Growth, which identifies the need for a cohesive strategy to integrate and include transport, housing, planning, skills, employment, economic growth and equality and opportunity for all.

Speaking earlier today at Westminster Kingsway College, at the Researching London conference, a joint event with the leading business organization London First, the Mayor outlined the valuable contribution research undertaken by academic institutions can make in influencing the capitals future, through feeding into the Mayors various policies and strategies including the London Plan. Ken Livingstone said: London is undergoing growth that is without parallel in any other part of the UK and in any other major city in Europe. Londons infrastructure, and the citys planning and other policies must reflect the need to accommodate this growth in a planned way. My London Plan will provide a vital framework to accommodate Londons successful and continued development. Addressing representatives of the education sector the Mayor also called for higher education institutions to communicate with his new GLA Economics unit, a joint venture between the Greater London Authority, Transport for London and the London Development Agency. The aim of the unit is to collect, analyse, forecast and report on the economy of London to provide economic intelligence and key data to inform sector policies and strategies.

The Mayor said: It is vitally important that Londons academics and researchers link up and communicate with us as we need to be able to inform them of our research priorities and they need to inform us about the areas of research we need to develop, in order to ensure that we are fully prepared for the increased demand. The changes taking place in London are the biggest regional issue in Britain, and we need to ensure we have the research to respond to these changes.’ Jo Valentine, the Chief Operating Officer at London First, said: We are delighted that so many of our corporate members are joining today's conference with the Mayor. Commercial enterprises, just as much as London's government, need accurate knowledge on which to plan for the future. To keep London ahead we need to understand its internal dynamics as much as its international competitive position.

Professor David Rhind, Convenor, London Higher Education Consortium and Vice Chancellor, City University, said: London’s 40 universities and colleges have unrivalled research capacity. We are pleased to harness their knowledge for the benefit of London and Londoners. This is a welcome opportunity to develop new networks for researchers. Londons education facilities have long been a draw for students from all over the world, with universities and research facilities that are internationally acknowledged. It is anticipated that if the Mayors strategies can meet the demand for improved public services, it will also help fill the capital’s long term unemployment. Such growth will also create a demand for a well educated and skilled staff, with the expected population growth (700,000 by 2016) putting an additional strain on the capitals already pressurized education resources.


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Stefka Baldjieva, presented a limited number of her paintings in the Uk. Oils on canvas; strong rich vibrant colours, with flowers making up the theme of the evening. Paintings have arrived from Bulgaria and will be in London for a short time. If you would like to see more images of the paintings, go to our gallery page where 56 images are on view gallery page All paintings are different sizes and are presented in basic frames. Should you wish to arrange a private (solo) viewing, we will be happy to invite you over to our London office. Paintings range from smaller sizes at £300 going up in sizes to £800 and £1,200. Please do not hesitate to contact us to arrange to view paintings. E-mail Art
Tel 0207 486 1227 Fax 0207 486 1226

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Wembley clears final hurdle
Ken Livingstone, Mayor of London has welcomed the news that Wembley National Stadium Limited has signed a heads of agreement contract with a German bank that will secure the financing of the new national football stadium at Wembley. Securing the finance was the last remaining hurdle for the Wembley project to clear. This deal should put a stop to the medias endless recycling of old news about the management difficulties in the early days of the previous Wembley project. Football needs the new Wembley as much as the deprived area of North West London that the stadium will deliver an economic boost to. I am pleased to have been able to play my part in getting the project back on track by making sure that all the necessary transport arrangements were in place. This deal should finally put a stop to the negative media coverage surrounding the project. Just as all eyes focus on Japan and Korea, we can finally look forward to having superb new national stadium of our own, capable of hosting major events like the World Cup.


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Geraldine Walsh born in London. Studied Fine Art and Art and Design at Byam Shaw School of Art : Also Artist in Residence, Fine Art and Proffessional Development at Kensington and Chelsea College. Works with Painting, Drawing and Mixed Media, semi abstract in style. Exhibited widely in London and exhibitions held in New York. Public collections include The Amstad Research Centre (New Orleans) and Marsha Phoenix Memorial Trust (London). Her development of work has been supported by Greater London Arts, Rowney, Metro, Lewisham Arts Services, Hilden Chartable fund, Marsha Phoenix Memorial Trust and others.

Paintings/drawings/mix media & commissions for your home office and or gallery e-mail Geraldine Walsh






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COOPER OWEN - Europes leading film & entertainment auction house has today announced plans to create the worlds premier venue for musicians to buy, sell and trade authenticated rare, vintage and limited edition musical instruments. The inaugural COOPER OWEN INSTRUMENTS OF DESIRE auction takes place in Denmark Street, WC2 also known as Tin Pan Alley the spiritual home of rock n roll musicians and all those who are passionate about music. Conceived by music industry expert CLIFF COOPER and leading entertainment auctioneer TED OWEN, the COOPER OWEN INSTRUMENTS OF DESIRE auction is a groundbreaking venture already tipped to become a regular and important fixture in the music industry calendar. COOPER OWEN is the auction house responsible for record breaking sales ranging from the John Lennon Imagine Piano sold for over £1.5m to George Michael, and also the Thunderbirds FAB1 Rolls Royce. The auction of vintage and new guitars, musical instruments and amplifiers will also be conducted online at www.cooperowen.com, in partnership with eBay.
COOPER OWEN INSTRUMENTS OF DESIRE Cooper Owen Galleries, 23 Denmark Street, London Viewing: Friday 7 June 10am 5pm & Saturday 8 June 10am 1pm Sale: Saturday 8 June 2002, 2pm

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Friday 30 th June 2002 (Milton Keynes)
Jaguar Racing in association with Proud Galleries (London) announced today their joint involvement in Formula One, The Exhibition, the first definitive photographic exhibition that encapsulates all the elements of the sport, the ultimate celebration of the world of Formula One. The Formula One Exhibition showing from July 3rd September 8th at the Proud Camden Moss Gallery, London, will exhibit 50 years of motor racing decade by decade. Hand selected by a team of experts from an archive of over 500,000 images, these are the greatest, most memorable and breathtaking moments of Formula One history since its inaugural race in 1950. Also included in the exhibition will be an exclusive look at Stewart Ford Grand Prix, Jaguar Racing
and other shots covering Ford Motor Companys thirty five year presence in Formula One. Photography never before exhibited will be on show from All sport, Darren Heath, Paul Henri Cahier, Rainer Schlegelmilch, Keith Sutton, Steven Tee (LAT) and the legendary Bernard Cahier. Jaguars motor sport heritage is something that we are very proud of, comments Niki Lauda, CEO and Team Principal, Jaguar Racing. Over the past 50 years, Jaguar has dominated in virtually every competition from Le Mans to Daytona. Formula One is the ultimate challenge for Jaguar and we are determined to establish a reputation as the British Ferrari. Our involvement in Formula One is very much part of this undertaking and we are proud it is taking place in Britain.
Sir Jackie Stewart, concluded, A great British show for a great British sport.



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Theatre needs a quick flash!
Chichester Festival Theatre is desperate for a flash and quick!
The stage management team for the musical Up on the Roof, which is set in the 70s and opens in the Minerva Theatre next month, is trying to track down flashcubes for an instamatic camera, which is to be used on stage. Chief Electrician Chris Scott said:
The period camera we have is a Kodak Instamatic (model 56X) although I seem to remember the flashcubes seemed to fit all. We require a minimum of 20 complete cubes or equivalent (ie 80 flashes). The disposable flashcubes were pushed into a locating point on top of the camera and had 4 faces, with a flash bulb on each face. We are having great difficulty in finding these cubes and would be very grateful to anyone who has any suggestions that might help us in our search. Directed by Angus Jackson Up on the Roof is a bittersweet musical comedy. Choc a block with fabulous close-harmony a capella singing, the cast performs renditions of some of the most celebrated hits from 70s pop including songs by Gloria Gaynor; Three Degrees Frankie Valli and Johnny Mathis. Following five students from graduation night to their subsequent reunions five, and then ten years down the line, this is a funny and touching portrait of friends reunited.
Anyone who can help should telephone Vicky Edwards in the Theatres press office on 01243 784437.



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Cuba Salsa Challenge Havana, Cuba

26 October - 4 November 2002
23 November - 2 December 2002
15 February - 24 February 2003

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Montes Summer Promotion for June, July & August, The Private Dining Room: Minimum of 8 people, maximum of 16. Situated on the 2nd floor of Montes, beside the newly refurbished bar. This is a beautiful wood panelled room overlooking Sloane Street with a custom built David Linley table offering plenty of natural daylight.

LUNCHES
Montes will be offering the 3 course set menu (normally £23) for the price of the 2 course set menu £19.50. (current lunch menu attached) only in the private dining room when booked in advance.

DINNERS
Monday to Thursday inclusive (excludes Fri & Sat) At the time of booking, the host must confirm whether they would like the option of either A complimentary glass of Laurent Perrier NV champagne on arrival Or a complimentary pudding with coffee/biscotti. Both these items would normally amount to £9

Alternatively, the room is also available for board meetings, private wine tastings (hosted by our wine consultant, Jamie Wynne Griffiths), press launches and cocktail parties (up to 30 standing if the table is moved to one side). We can provide a variety of audio visual equipment, flip charts etc on request. Montes also has a nightclub which is available for cocktail parties.
Also see details on our fabulous Robert Mondavi Wine Matching Gourmet Dinner in The Restaurant on Wednesday 12th June 2002. Robert Mondavi, if you didnt know already, is one of the best wine makers in California. Definitely not an event to be missed if you have a keen interest in food and wine.

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LIVE WORLD CUP MATCHES
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WE WILL BE SHOWING WORLD CUP MATCHES LIVE ON THE
BIG WHITE WALL AT FEET EAST ON THE FOLLOWING DATES

SUNDAY JUNE 2ND ENGLAND V SWEDEN 10.30AM
MONDAY 3RD JUNE BRAZIL V TURKEY 10.00AM
MONDAY 3RD JUNE ITALY V ECUADOR 12.30PM
WED 5TH JUNE USA V PORTUGAL 10.00AM
THURS 6TH JUNE CAM'ROON V S.ARABIA 10.00AM
THURS 6TH JUNE FRANCE V URUGUAY 12.30PM
FRIDAY 7TH JUNE SPAIN V PARAGUAY 10.00AM
FRIDAY 7TH JUNE ENGLAND V ARGENTINA 12.30PM
SAT 8TH JUNE ITALY V CROATIA10.00AM
SAT 8TH JUNE BRAZIL V CHINA 12.30PM
MON JUNE 10TH PORTUGAL V POLAND 12.30PM
TUES 11TH JUNE S.ARABIA V REP IRELAND 12.30PM
WED 12TH JUNE SOUTH AFRICA V SPAIN 12.30PM
THURS 13TH JUNE MEXICO V ITALY 12.30PM
FRIDAY 14TH JUNE PORTUGAL V S. KOREA 12.30PM

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BUSINESS NETWORKING EVENTS/RESEPTIONS PARTIES AND PROMOTIONS HAPPING EACH MONTH ON THE LONDON DIARY CALENDAR

The Future of the UK Economy" with guest speakers, Jeremy Peat, Chief Economist Royal Bank of Scotland Group plc & John Bercow MP, Shadow Chief Secretary. Group Economics UK Budget Commentary. Overview: The main surprise in this year's Budget was that there were no big surprises. In an election year, the Chancellor might have been expected to pull something out of the hat. Instead, he announced a wholly predictable £4.5 billion package of measures, focused on his favourite themes - improving productivity and increasing opportunities for families, pensioners, the low-paid and communities. He also introduced a number of environmental measures covering fuel duties and vehicle taxes, mainly as outlined in last November's Pre-Budget Report (PBR). Several announcements were in the form of proposals, rather than firm commitments.

The government's fiscal position is forecast to remain at least as tight as expected in last November's PBR. This is against the background of a healthy economic performance, with forecasts for growth, inflation and trade in line with our own UK Quarterly Economic Update. Budget details: The Chancellor announced a £4.5 billion package, including £1.7 billion-worth of measures for motorists set out in November's PBR. As widely leaked in advance, the 10 pence lower-level tax threshold is being widened, at an annual cost of £1 billion. The children's tax credit will be slightly more generous than announced in the PBR, and maternity/paternity benefits will be extended. Education and the health service will receive an extra £1 billion each in the next three years.

A number of measures were directed at companies. All the recommendations made by Paul Myners in his review of institutional investment will be implemented. Proposals for a new regime for providing tax relief on intellectual property and goodwill will be published, and there will be further consultation on tax relief for companies on the disposal of substantial shareholdings. The government will also consult on extending research and development tax credits to larger companies. The Treasury is forecasting current budget surpluses of £23 billion in 2000-01 and £17 billion in 2001-02, up from forecasts of £16.6 billion and £16 billion respectively in November's PBR. Surpluses in subsequent years are forecast to be at least as high as in the PBR.

A similar improvement is anticipated for public sector net borrowing in the current tax year, with a net repayment of £16.4 billion expected, compared with a forecast net repayment of £10 billion in the PBR. Net borrowing in later years is expected to be no higher than forecast in the PBR. The large net repayment in 2000-01, alongside the proceeds of the recent mobile phone licence auction, will allow the government to repay £34 billion of debt this year. As the Chancellor proudly announced, this is more debt repaid by one government in one year than by all governments together in the past 50 years.

The government remains on track to meet its golden rule over the forecast period, which allows it to borrow over the economic cycle only to invest - a policy criticised by the International Monetary Fund last week as being insufficiently prudent. Net public sector investment is projected to grow rapidly in 2001 and 2002. In conjunction with slower economic growth, this is expected to lead to small budget deficits at the latter end of the forecast period.

Net debt is forecast to fall to 31.8% as a proportion of national income this financial year, down from 44% in 1997. It is forecast to fall to 30% by 2005-06. The Chancellor confirmed during his speech that the Bank of England's inflation target would remain at 2.5% until at least 2005-06. He doubtless hopes that his restraint will allow the Bank's Monetary Policy Committee room to cut interest rates further this year.

This publication has been prepared for clients and professional associates of The Royal Bank of Scotland plc and its subsidiaries and associated companies. No representation or warranty is given (express or implied) as to the accuracy, completeness or correctness of the information and the opinions contained in this publication. The material should not be regarded as specific advice and no action should be taken in reliance on it. Neither the author of the material nor The Royal Bank of Scotland plc accepts any liability whatsoever for any loss or damage arising in any way from any use of or reliance placed on the material.

List of attendees as follows
Martin Axcell: Sales Director, Allan Chapman & James (Financial Services) Ltd
Madeline Back: Senior Consultant, Beck Marketing

NickBailey: Head of Advanced Technology Practice, Futurestep (UK) Ltd

Stephen Barton: Financial Controller, Futurestep (UK) Ltd

John Bercow MP:Shadow Chief Secretary, Shadow Government

Julie Berrill: Financial Adviser, Kingfisher Financial Planning Independent Financial Advice

Bryn Bowden: Director, Garfield Robbins International

Mark Brady: Manager Commercial Banking, Royal Bank of Scotland plc

Helen Bryant: Manager, Garfield Robbins International

Mr D Bull: Corporate Finance, St James Place Partnership

Giancarlo calderini: Director, Smart Group Ltd

Paul Castle: Director, Crest Partnership Ltd

Kendal Chew: Property Investment & Development Manager, Redmond &Associates

Andrew Collins: Solicitor, Laytons Solicitors

David Colver: Director, Operis

John Courtis: Director, Courtis & Partner

Robert Courtneidge: Partner, Osborne Clarke

Jane Crisp: Marketing Director, The Quidditas Group

Ravl Curiel: Director, Fitzroy Robinson

Pat Desmond: Financial Director, High Point Rendell

Rose Dieterle: Sr. Account Manager, Marconi Plc

Martin Dowson: Head of Industry and Commerce Practice Futurestep (UK) Ltd

Paul Driver: Not stated, PCubed

Mark Earl: Managing Director, Tescome UK

Arthur Fernando: Partners, Rochman Landau

Iain Ferrie: Partner, Wheawill & Sudworth Chartered Accountants

Penny Forsyth: Director, Garfield Robbins International

Will Close Fraser-Allen: Director, Brothers VCT Fund.

Michael Ganoesha: Director, Americana

Stephen Garside: Partner, Garside & Co

Philip H Gee: Managing Director, Academy for Chief Executives

Mark Goldspink: Sales Operations Director, Eelectransco

Michelle Green: Manager, Garfield Robbins International

Max Guntmardt: Managing Director Ace Travel Management

Peter H Cuffy: Manager, Commercial Banking Royal Bank of Scotland

Paul Hanegraaf: Director, RTKL-UK Ltd.

Karina Haukins: Not stated, Lawrence Graham

Martin Hodgson: Not stated PCubed

John Holmes: Head of Financial Services Practice, Odgers Ray & Berndtson

Delia Hyde: Deputy Managing Director, THE SPA WAY - PR Agency

Ian Jordan: Head of Consumer/Retail Practice, Futurestep (UK) Ltd

Ian Kempen: Finance Director, Start Design Ltd

Carol Kier: Associate Director, Interior Design Management Ltd

Lorraine Landels: Director of Business Development, RTKL-UK Ltd.

David Liebeck: Partners, Rochman Landau

Bryan Lincoln: Partner, Jeffrey, Green, Russell

Tom Mackay: Head of Corporate, Amhurst Brown Colombotti

Suzanne Martin: Research Executive, NOP Financial

Andrea Melnick: Managing Director, Garfield Robbins International

Terence Millett: Proprietor, Property Investor

Chris Naidu: Manager, Commercial Banking, Royal Bank of Scotland plc

Heather Newman: Not stated Not stated

Danie Nicol: Information not received, Information not received

Michael Norris: Property consultant

P O'Brien: Associate Director , Interior Design Management Ltd

Kieran O'Connor: Partner, Osborne Clarke

Andrew Palmer: Office Director RTKL-UK Ltd.

Manisha Pandya: Not stated Royal Bank of Scotland

Pradip Patel: Managing Director, Americana

Jeremy Peat: Chief Economist, Royal Bank of Scotland Group plc

Michael Prior: Not stated, Nabarro Nathanson

G Reynolds: Associate Director, Interior Design Management Ltd

Nicholas Robbins: Director, Garfield Robbins International

Sami Sarkis: Director, Caribbean Tobacco Ltd

Lucy Savage: Owner, Adelphi Remco

David Selves: Independent Adviser United Nations

Vikrant Shah: Sales Manger, Mostyn Hotel

Candace Sheeley: Director, RTKL-UK Ltd.

Matthew Sillett: Partner, OC

Martin Smith: Partner, Finers Stephens Innocent, Solicitors

Julian Stone: Director, Garfield Robbins International

Jack Storey: Director, Computer Insurance Services

Anne Strohman: Business Development Manger PCM Ltd

Mike Stubbs: Partner, Lawrence Graham

Darren Thompson: Associate, Barclays Ventures

Nicholas Thomson: Financial Director, Fitzroy Robinson

Victor Trocki: Managing Director, Episodes Ltd

Victor Trocki: Owner , Trocki & Co

Simon Tunna: Associate Director, NOP Financial

Graham Wallace: Not stated, PCubed

Niki Wheeler: Account Director, THE SPA WAY - PR Agency

Martin White: Sales Director Acucard

D Wills: Associate Director, Interior Design Management Ltd




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News up-date Posted Monday, June 3, 2002 by london-diary

Montes Summer Promotion for June, July & August, The Private Dining Room: Minimum of 8 people, maximum of 16. Situated on the 2nd floor of Montes, beside the newly refurbished bar. This is a beautiful wood panelled room overlooking Sloane Street with a custom built David Linley table offering plenty of natural daylight.

LUNCHES
Monte’s will be offering the 3 course set menu (normally £23) for the price of the 2 course set menu £19.50. (current lunch menu attached) only in the private dining room when booked in advance.

DINNERS
Monday to Thursday inclusive (excludes Fri & Sat) At the time of booking, the host must confirm whether they would like the option of either A complimentary glass of Laurent Perrier NV champagne on arrival Or a complimentary pudding with coffee/biscotti. Both these items would normally amount to £9

Alternatively, the room is also available for board meetings, private wine tastings (hosted by our wine consultant, Jamie Wynne-Griffiths), press launches and cocktail parties (up to 30 standing if the table is moved to one side). We can provide a variety of audio visual equipment, flip charts etc on request. Monte’s also has a nightclub which is available for cocktail parties. Also see details on our fabulous Robert Mondavi Wine Matching Gourmet Dinner in The Restaurant on Wednesday 12th June 2002. Robert Mondavi, if you didnt know already, is one of the best wine makers in California. Definitely not an event to be missed if you have a keen interest in food and wine.

See members sheet for full details

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News up-date Posted Sunday, June 2, 2002 by london-diary

Offering you the most amazing deals for your Holiday in Tanzania
Combining of the Wildlife and the Beach
Selous Game Reserve & Zanzibar Island.
and Enjoy the beautiful secenery of the Bush Life and than Relaxing on sun baked beach in Zanzibar.
For an offer price of only US$1,090 Per Person.
(8 Nights/9 Days)

The offer ends on 30 July 2002.
The Above price is Minimum of 2 Pax, If the number of Pax increase price goes lower.the above price is all inclusive package.
Does not include: Drinks, Tips and Items of Personal Nature.
Should you need detailed itenary please do not hesitate to contact us on the address below
Lions Of Tanzania Safari & Tours Ltd
P O Box 19001
Dar es Salaam
Tanzania
Tel:- (255) (22) 2128161/ 2128162/ 2123404
Fax:- (255) (22) 2128161
Email:- lions@raha.com
Website:- www.lions.co.tz







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