UK Village With ‘Alcohol Ban’ Does Not Have A Single Pub Or Drinks Vendor

Feb 18 2024

Nestled four miles from Birmingham city centre, Bournville stands as a unique village with a population of approximately 25,000 residents, but it has something which makes it truly unique.

Remarkably, this village has upheld a ban on alcohol for over 120 years, making it an anomaly in the United Kingdom where pubs are a cultural staple. Bournville’s 8,000 homes are devoid of any pubs or alcohol vendors, a fact that locals have come to accept as part of their daily lives. A resident shared with The Sun the reality of living without a local pub, underscoring the village’s distinctive lifestyle.

Bournville’s foundation traces back to the Cadbury family’s vision of creating a model village. Designed to house workers of the nearby chocolate factory, it was established by George and Richard Cadbury with the intention of promoting a wholesome, alcohol-free environment. This ethos has contributed to a community atmosphere that seems almost lost in time, where the absence of alcohol is hardly a concern among its inhabitants.

Despite the prohibition on sales and public consumption, residents are permitted to drink alcohol within the privacy of their homes. However, public drinking is strictly monitored, with any outdoor consumption leading to the confiscation of the beverage.

Bournville also maintains a unique stance on advertising, permitting it only on buses that pass through the village.

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Sharona Grima missing for the 4th time

Feb 17 2024

Sharona Grima, aged 14, has been reported missing to the police once again, marking the fourth instance of her disappearance. She was last seen in Mgarr.

This recurrence raises concerns about her safety and well-being. Grima’s previous disappearances occurred in April and December of the previous year, as well as in June 2022 when she was 12 years old.

Fortunately, she was found in those instances, but the repetition of these events is troubling. Anyone with information about her current whereabouts is urged to contact the police at 21224001/119.

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Elderly Man Dies After Falling From Balcony In Ħal Safi

Feb 17 2024

At approximately 4 p.m. today, the Police received a distress call requesting assistance on Triq iż-Żurrieq, Ħal Safi.

Upon arrival at the scene, preliminary investigations revealed that a 79-year-old man had suffered a fall from a balcony at his residence, resulting in serious injuries.

Emergency medical personnel promptly attended to the victim, and he was swiftly transported to Mater Dei Hospital via ambulance.

Tragically, despite efforts to save him, the elderly man was pronounced dead shortly thereafter.

The case was brought to the attention of Police Magistrate Dr. Caroline Farrugia Frendo, who has initiated an inquiry into the circumstances surrounding the incident.

Police investigations into the matter are currently ongoing, with further details expected to emerge as the inquiry progresses.

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19 families will benefit from social housing project inaugurated in Kirkop

Feb 17 2024

In Kirkop, Minister Roderick Galdes inaugurated another social housing project with an investment exceeding €2.6 million, whereby 19 families will benefit from this project.

Minister Galdes mentioned that this social housing project, named after the late Joe ‘Peppinu’ Cassar, joins other buildings that have opened their doors to families in need over the past years.

“Over the past two years, we have opened over 160 social housing apartments across six different localities. These buildings have provided hundreds of people with the opportunity to begin their future under a decent roof, despite challenging circumstances,” stated Minister Galdes.

Minister Galdes emphasised Government’s commitment to continue implementing further social housing projects, which align with the numerous schemes launched and strengthened by the Housing Authority in recent years.

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