Fall into autumn with a charity skydive for the NSPCC

THE NSPCC is challenging fearless people in Merseyside to plunge 10,000ft out of a plane this autumn to help raise vital funds for the children’s charity.

Solo or tandem jumps are available year round and anyone over the age of 16 and in good health can jump from one of 20 different sites across the UK.

NSPCC Deputy Head of local fundraising, Deborah Adams, said:- "We would like to see as many daredevils as possible make the bold leap to help support the NSPCC’s work locally. The money they raise through sponsorship will help support our frontline staff to continue working with some of the most at risk children and families in Merseyside and provide many disadvantaged young people with a far happier future. It will also help the NSPCC to develop its national helplines – ChildLine for young people and the NSPCC Helpline for concerned adults – so that we can be there for vulnerable children and young people wherever they may be in the UK."

A charity skydive is ideal for individual thrill-seekers looking to test their nerve, or for groups of friends, family and even colleagues as a corporate team-building challenge. People can sign up year-round and will receive full training from a qualified instructor, fundraising support, a range of fantastic materials and a certificate upon completion of their jump.

No experience is necessary, and your training and jump are FREE if you raise a minimum sponsorship of £395.

For more information on the types of jumps available or to register your interest now, contact the NSPCC North West fundraising team on:- 0161 6281209 or email.

Epilepsy Society helps students with a new FREE App

ACCORDING to the Epilepsy Society, it is natural for parents to be anxious at this time of year, particularly if it’s the first time their son or daughter has left home to go to college or university!

Did you know that in the UK 1 in 100 people has epilepsy? So it is no surprise that the Epilepsy Society has told the media that:- "For parents of students with epilepsy the anxiety can be even higher" According to the group "parents often worry about how their child will manage their epilepsy, without family support."

If you have a son or daughter with this condition, who has left home, then you might like to let them know that Epilepsy Society has developed a free app that helps them manage their epilepsy. It can be downloaded  to android or phones and gives information on planning appointments, contains a seizure diary, gives medication reminders and tips for new friends on how to help if you if you have a seizure.

For anyone just wanting to talk, their confidential helpline is:- 01494 601400; Also for parents, friends and students with epilepsy wanting information or emotional support.

Parliamentary Boundary Review 2011

THE Boundary Commission have released their initial proposals regarding changes to the existing Parliamentary boundary constituencies.   Anyone wishing to view the proposed changes for Liverpool can do so at libraries throughout the city, at the Municipal Offices or by visiting the Boundary Commission website, where you can have your say on the proposals.  There is a 12 week consultation period which closes on 5 December 2011. People can contribute via the Commission’s website, in writing. There will also be a public hearing at the Radisson Blu Hotel 107 Old Hall Street on 20 October 2011, from 11am to 8pm and 21 October 2011 from 9am to 5pm. Those wishing to speak should register their interest on the website.  Email your views on this issue also to us, via our newsroom and let our editorial tem and other readers know what you think about the review.

MERSEYSIDE’S BIGGEST VARIETY SHOW RETURNS TO THE EMPIRE

MERSEYSIDE'S finest musicians and comedians are coming together for one night only when ‘Music With Laughter’ returns with a brand new show to the Liverpool Empire on Saturday, 22 October 2011.

Headlined by The Christians, whose chart topping hits include Ideal World and Forgotten Town, the line up also includes comedy from BBC Radio Merseyside presenter Sean Styles, and Liverpool legends Stevie Riks, Joe Wall, Johnny Kennedy, Willie Miller plus an eclectic selection of local music from Alternative Radio, Jade Tremarco, The Gary Murphy Band and Brian ‘Saxophone’ Jones and TV and musical theatre star Mark Moraghan.

The show’s producer, Gary Murphy said:- "After the success of the last Music With Laughter show back in April (headlined by China Crisis) it was obvious by the audience reaction that this type of variety theatre was extremely popular and we couldn’t wait to get started on the next one."

Co-producer, Rob Fennah, added:- "Not only do we want to give our audience a great night out; we also want to give them good value for money. With thirteen top acts on the same bill, Music With Laughter is the biggest variety show to hit town in years so I think we’ve done that."

Millions of people around the world have watched impressionist Stevie Riks do his hilarious impersonations of The Beatles, David Bowie and The Gallagher brothers on You Tube and the BBC. Now hailed by many critics as the most original impressionist around, Rob said:- "This will be an opportunity for everyone to see Stevie perform live on stage. He’s absolutely brilliant and is sure to bring the house down!"

The show is hosted by Billy Butler and will also feature a special guest appearance by rising blues and country star, Delta Maid whose debut album ‘Outside Looking In’ was released in May to rave reviews.

Performance details:-

Music With Laughter
Liverpool Empire Theatre
Saturday, 22 October 2011, 7.30pm
Tickets:- £13 to £26

Tickets available from Liverpool Empire box office, or by calling:- 0844 871 3017 or book online.