A MAN who was crushed by a digger bucket has been awarded £3,500 in compensation, while the driver has been fined.

Dominic Dalton, 36, from Erdington, Birmingham, suffered head injuries, a broken lower leg, broken pelvis and badly bruised arm in the incident at Quedgeley Urban Village, in Naas Lane, on November 24.

Excavator driver Kevan Fell was working on a drainage system at the new housing estate and needed to change the bucket on the vehicle.

Cheltenham Magistrates' Court heard yesterday that he failed to test the bucket was secure. Instead, he started using it for excavation work straightaway and the bucket came off, hitting Mr Dalton who was working below.

Mr Fell, of Hackwell Street, Napton, Warwickshire, pleaded guilty to the charge and was fined £500 and ordered to pay £1,746 in costs.

He was also ordered to pay £3,500 in compensation to Mr Dalton.

THE villages of Sandhurst, Norton, Twigworth, the Leigh, Deerhurst and Apperley could be moved from the Tewkesbury constituency to the Forest of Dean.

Reacting to the news, Tewkesbury MP Laurence Robertson said the villages had "no connection to the Forest".

He added: "The review is being carried out to try to equalise the number of voters in each constituency, give or take five per cent.

"But given that Tewkesbury is of the required size already, I see no reason to change the boundaries."

SOME of the key work at Summit Medical may be confined to the concentrated world of a laboratory, but their horizons are growing well beyond those closed walls.

The medical device supplier has taking 60th spot in the Citizen and Echo Top 100 Business for Gloucestershire for the last two years.

But the Bourton-on-the-Water-based group, who list implants, soft tissue and wound healing systems among their products are eyeing a position further up the table.

Turnover has increased from £18.2 million to £27 million in three year with its number of European employees growing from 95 to 274.

This is, in part, due to the acquisition of Orthodynamics GmbH in Germany, a leading manufacturer for joint replacements, and Orthomed, a French developer, manufacturer and marketer of medical devices for orthopaedic surgery in 2010.

Orthomed focuses on implants and ligament fixation devices.

These takeovers were backed by Summit Medical Group's majority shareholder, The Riverside Company, and their partner Trey Vincent said the business' growth had been very much export-led.

"This is a small company in Gloucestershire, going out and growing," he said. "Management have taken the lead from Gloucestershire and transformed the company.

"It's difficult, particularly with medical companies. Management is working very hard at the moment.

"We think the company will grow well. It is really poised now to see the benefits (of these acquisitions)."

Executive chairman Frank Collins was invited to become co-owner and CEO of the company as part of its 2001 acquisition by Graphite Capital. After the change of ownership to The Riverside Company in 2008, Frank led the team of managers who re-invested in the business.

Darren Gates was appointed group managing directed in 2011 and has been a key contributor to the organic and acquisitive growth of the group.

The group has increased exports to emerging markets such as Brazil, India and Turkey that are spending more on healthcare products. It has also launched Orthodynamics Pty Ltd in Australia.

Frank said: "We are delighted to be in a position to be able to extend this product offering to clinical professionals in the Australian market."

The company's Bourton-on-the-Water site consists of manufacturing facility, a clean room, as well as administration and sales facilities.

The group also includes Marlux Medical, which introduced the first disposable privacy curtain in the UK, and Orthodynamics Ltd (UK), which is also based on the Bourton site.

Orthodynamic's product portfolio includes a nail to support the knee joint and hip implants, including replacements for infected implants.

Trey added the group was looking to expand further and that there were opportunities for other small and medium-sized businesses in Gloucestershire, looking to grow.

He said: "Every company is clearly unique. "We open the paper every morning and see a tough economy. Hopefully, if you've got a good base product (you can then think) how can you use that to penetrate markets, or how can you use start-up money to look for creative solutions."

WORKERS handed over thousands of pounds of benefit money to their traveller bosses, a court was told.

Members of the Connors family told their workers – often vulnerable alcoholics – that the money would be paid into bank accounts or put in a safe on The Willows caravan site at Staverton, a witness in the Gloucestershire slavery trial revealed at Bristol Crown Court.

Craig Sivier, 40, told how he was picked up from a homeless hostel in Worcester and taken to The Willows, where he lived and worked for the defendants for two-and-a-half years.

The self-confessed alcoholic also accompanied the family to other caravan sites around the country.

"Billy or Jimmy would take me to Cheltenham post office or I would go there on my own and I would cash four weeks' Giro at a time," said Mr Sivier.

"I would keep £40 for myself and hand the rest – £360 – to the family who said they would save the money in a bank account for me or put it in a safe."

But he never saw the bank account, he said.

Earlier Mr Sivier, who admitted having "a 24-hour-a-day drink problem" said Jimmy Connors told him he would be better off working for them.

"He told me I'd just end up killing myself with drink if I left them," he told the court.

The trial continues.

TWINS will reap the benefits after a sale raised more than £400 to help their families care for them.

Cheltenham Twins Group held its annual Nearly New Sale at Charlton Kings Baptist Church on Saturday, with around 70 people turning out to buy clothes and childcare equipment.

The money raised by the sale will help the group continue its support of families with or expecting twins, which includes a playgroup at the church in Church Street every Friday morning.

Group member Laura Batty, a mum of two-year-old twins, said: "We have regular hospital talks and monthly evenings where expectant mums meet twin families to get advice.

"We also have a buddying scheme, which offers one-to-one support for anyone expecting more than one baby."

For more information, go to cheltenhamtwins.org.

MORE than 500 people visited Stroud's fire station on Saturday.

The station's open day drew visitors of all ages. It was a chance for would-be Fireman Sams to get close to fire engines, and for people to get fire safety advice.

Station Commander Graham Parker said: "It was a great day that was really well attended, with more than 500 people joining us.

"The rescue simulations drew the biggest crowds, giving the community a good idea of the range of work we do."

Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue Service also invited people to experience a smoke-filled room.

There were demonstrations of a rope rescue and road traffic collision.

Councillor Will Windsor-Clive said: "Open days are a perfect way to find out about the brilliant work our firefighters do."

What's your favourite Gloucestershire day out?

I haven't lived here for two years yet and so I feel my experiences are limited but... Cotswold Farm Park! My two-year-old son loves it there and it is such a brilliant day out – especially if you camp the night.

And your favourite place to eat out in the county?

At my school. Our chef, David Waters, cooks the staff and pupils the most amazing meals. My all time favourite is his chickpea curry.

What's the worst job you've ever had?

I once worked at Longleat Safari Park opening gates into the enclosures. Long shifts with no breaks and no flushable toilet – not nice.

Have you got any unusual habits?

Not that I'm willing to share!

Who is your hero and why?

At this moment it's still all the amazing sports people I watched over the summer.... such an inspiration for us all.

What book are you reading at the moment or tell us your favourite?

My favourite book is probably still The Stand by Stephen King – I read it as a teenager and it switched me onto reading so it holds a special place in me.

What was the last film you watched?

Nemo...Nemo...Nemo...Nemo.... I have a two year old.

First single/record you ever bought?

Bad by Michael Jackson

Facebook or Twitter?

Both – one for Keely, one for Mrs Folker Headteacher – @MrsFolkerCES.

The following cases were dealt with by Stroud magistrates on September 18:

■ Glenda Tracey Mudway, 45, of Oakwood Road, Sling, Coleford. Producing cannabis plants. Conditional discharge for 12 months, £40 costs.

■ Stephen John Archer, 44, of Westfields, Wotton-under-Edge. Failing to stop and give name and address after an accident, failing to report an accident, driving a vehicle without due care and attention. Fined £135, £45 costs, five penalty points.

■ Benjamin Thomas Connor, 21, of Stratford Road, Paganhill, Stroud. Theft. Conditional discharge for 12 months, £50 compensation, £10 costs.

■ Rosemary Mitchell, 38, of Goose Bay Drive, Kingsway, Gloucester. Making off without paying for goods provided. Fined £92, £65 costs, £7.50 compensation.

The following cases were dealt with by Stroud magistrates on September 19:

■ Angela May Hughes, 58, of Cotswold Green, Stonehouse. Exceeding the speed limit. Fined £180, £45 costs, three penalty points.

■ James Anthony Edward O'Malley, 56, of Abbots Court Farm, Churchend, Twyning. Failing to produce driving licence for examination, driving a vehicle without insurance. Fined £100, £45 costs, six penalty points.

■ Robert David Rollason, 58, of Quail Close, Barnwood. Exceeding the speed limit. Fined £70, £45 costs, four penalty points.

■ William Frederick Salcombe, 21, of Perry Orchard, Upton St Leonards. Driving a vehicle without a licence or insurance, failing to stop for a police officer. Fined £110, £45 costs, six penalty points.

■ Christopher Mark Winnall, 49, of Coverham Road, Berry Hill, Coleford. Driving a vehicle without a test certificate. Fined £120, £45 costs.

■ Stephen John Worrall, 47, of Shelley Avenue, Podsmead. Exceeding the speed limit. Fined £100, £45 costs, three penalty points.

■ Stuart John Norledge, 24, of The Larches, Abbeymead. Driving a vehicle without due care and attention. Fined £175, £45 costs, six penalty points.

■ Lucy Spenley, 32, of Waterside House, Baunton, Cirencester. Exceeding the speed limited. Fined £110, £45 costs, three penalty points.

■ Simon Andrew Stokes, 39, of Stanway Road, Barnwood. Exceeding the speed limit. Fined £120, £45 costs, three penalty points.

■ Michael John Worsfold, 38, of Belle Vue Road, Cinderford. Failing to comply with a traffic sign. Fined £140, £45 costs, three penalty points.

■ Mark Edward Bainbridge, 32, of Arrowsmith Drive, Stonehouse. Failing to produce driving licence for examination, driving a vehicle whilst using a mobile telephone. Fined £70, £45 costs, three penalty points.

■ Anthony Derrick Dada, 43, of Alders Green, Longlevens, Gloucester. Failing to give information to a police officer. Fined £600, £100 costs, six penalty points.

■ Atif Muzzammil, 29, of Melbourne Street West, Gloucester. Failing to give information to a police officer. Fined £600, £100 costs, six penalty points.

■ Mark Richard Pritchard, 38, of Redwell Road, Matson, Gloucester. Failing to give information to a police officer. Fined £600, £100 costs, six penalty points.

■ Graham Wildridge, 43, of All Saints Road, Awre, Blakeney. Driving a vehicle without insurance. Fined £95, £45 costs, six penalty points.

■ Florence Nharo, 32, of Portland Street, Cheltenham. Driving a vehicle without a licence, driving a vehicle which carried children who were not wearing seatbelts, driving a vehicle which was in a dangerous condition. Fined £270, £45 costs, three penalty points.

■ Mark Allen, 44, of Dart Close, Quedgeley. Failing to give information to a police officer. Fined £600, £100 costs, six penalty points.

■ Tomasz Bioaloskorski, 37, of Cypress Gardens, Longlevens. Exceeding the speed limit. Fined £115, £45 costs, three penalty points.

■ Jack Davis, 25, of Estcourt Road, Gloucester. Exceeding the speed limit. Fined £65, £45 costs, three penalty points.

■ Daryl Nicholas Lake, 47, of Ross Road, Longhope. Exceeding the speed limit. Fined £300, £100 costs, three penalty points.

■ Tara Michelle Matthews, 30, of Highclere Road, Gloucester. Exceeding the speed limit. Fined £60, £15 costs, three penalty points.

■ Rajab Tuncel, 22, of Berkeley Street, Westgate Street, Gloucester. Driving a vehicle without a licence or insurance. Fined £600, £100 costs, eight penalty points.

■ Emma Webb, 38, of Clegram Road, Gloucester. Exceeding the speed limit. Fined £200, £100 costs, three penalty points.

The following cases were dealt with by Stroud magistrates on September 24:

■ Craig John Durn, 24, of Hilltop Close, Slad, Stroud. Driving a vehicle whilst unfit through drugs. Fined £110, £100 costs, disqualified from driving for 12 months.

■ Rikki Derrick Godsell, 31, of Lower Berrycroft, Berkeley. Being in possession of class A and class B drugs. Fined £300, £100 costs.

■ Kulwinder Singh, 31, of Stroud Road, Gloucester. Drink driving. Fined £200, £100 costs, disqualified from driving for 12 months.

The following cases were dealt with by Gloucester magistrates on September 25:

■ Lucy Devereux, 21, of Oldends Lane, Stonehouse. Drink driving. Fined £200, £100 costs, disqualified from driving for 12 months.

■ Stephen Arthur John Gyde, 51, of London Road, Gloucester. Using threatening, abusive or insulting words or behaviour. Fined £110, £100 costs.

■ Michael Stephen Harding, 21, of Oxford Street, Lydney. Being in possession of class B drugs (2 charge), being in possession of a knife in a public place. Community Order for 12 months, curfew for 66 days, £170 costs.

■ Gareth Worth, 20, of Reddings Close, Woolaston, Lydney. Failing to stop when requested to do so by a police officer, being in possession of class B drugs. Fined £160, £100 costs.

■ James Anthony Cousins, 33, of Worcester Street, Gloucester. Making a false representation to obtain refund on goods. Fined £110, £8.78 compensation, £100 costs.

■ Diana Gibbons, 75, of Bowens Hill Road, Coleford. Being the owner of a dog which was dangerously out of control in a public place. Order to keep dog under proper control on a lead and muzzle when in a public place, fined £70, £100 costs.

■ Wayne Price, 44, of St Lawrence Road, Barnwood, Gloucester. Driving a vehicle without due care and attention. Fined £240, £100 costs, six penalty points.

■ Jack Bernard Harry Wright, 18, of Crabtree Place, Cheltenham. Attempted theft. Conditional discharge for 12 months, £85 costs.

■ Diane Wilson, 53, of Bishopstone Road, Gloucester. Making off without paying for service done, assaulting a police officer in the execution of his duty. Community Order for six months, to participate in female offender specified activity requirement for eight days, £7.50 compensation, £180 costs.

The following cases were dealt with by Stroud magistrates on September 26:

■ Tyler Johnson, 24, of Nettleton Road, Gloucester. Assault by beating. Committed to prison for 28 days.

■ Darren Hall, 37, of Down View, Chalford Hill, Stroud. Claiming Social Security benefits illegally. Community Order for 12 months, £85 costs.

■ Alison Woodward, 23, of St Barbaras Close, Ashchurch, Tewkesbury. Causing a breach of the peace. Bound over in the sum of £500 for two years.

■ Trevor John Mayes, 66, of Badgeworth Road, Cheltenham. Driving a vehicle without wearing a seatbelt. Fined £25, £15 costs.

PLANS to revamp the Royal Well part of Cheltenham's town centre will be made public on Monday.

Cheltenham Borough Council is starting a six week consultation on Monday over proposals to revamp the area surrounding the bus station.

It could include looking at what will happen to the Municipal Offices if council bosses move out, as well as changes to the bus routes and pedestrianising some of the area's roads.

The development brief will be on the council's website www.cheltenham.gov.uk/civicpride as well as at libraries and resource centres in the town.

Residents will be given the opportunity to discuss the proposals at its offices on November 6 from 6pm to 8pm.

A report on the consultation results is planned to go to Cabinet on 15 January 2013, however this is subject to change depending on the number of responses. Recommendations will go before full council on 8 February 2013.

Over the past few years, vintage 1950s glamour has been very on-trend. 
Initially, it was all about a stylised look with dramatic flicks, pale skin and red lips. Now, vintage glamour has modernised itself to look softer and fit into the understated style of the 21st century. I use vintage make-up influences in much of my work.  It's a timeless and classic era that lends itself particularly well to autumn, when the high streets become flooded with rich autumn colours  – perfect for brightening complexions and adding definition to eyes and lips. Here's my step-by-step guide to getting the look right:

Eyes
Always do eyes first so that you can remove any unwanted eye shadow from below your eyes before applying your foundation

Eye Base – Start by applying a small amount of concealer or foundation all over your eyelids, blending it into the socket and up to your eyebrows. This will even out skin tone and ensure your eyeshadow looks bright and doesn't crease. 

Eyeshadow – Choose a light-coloured eyeshadow (my favourite is Maybelline in naked beige £4.09) and apply it sheerly all over your eyelids, into the sockets and up to your brow bones.

Eyeliner – Use a gel eyeliner (they're easy to apply and have great staying power) and an angled eyeliner brush to draw the best line you can, two thirds along the upper lash line.  You will probably find this easier if you stretch your eyelid up from the brow with your fingertip.  Fix mistakes with a cotton bud and liquid eye make-up remover.  My favourite gel eyeliner, which suits everybody I use it on, is Estee Lauder Double Wear Gel Eyeliner in dark brown (Stay Coffee) £17.50 and it comes with an angled eyeliner brush!

Mascara/fake lashes – I would recommend black mascara for a vintage look, applying 2-3 coats to the upper lashes only.  My favourite is Maybelline Colossal Mascara £6.99.

Skin
Primer – Apply a primer all over the face to ensure your make-up looks flawless and lasts. My favourite is Laura Mercier Foundation Primer £28.

Foundation – Use your favourite foundation, applying  a long-lasting concealer on areas that need a bit of extra coverage. My favourites are Bobbi Brown's Skin Foundation £27 and Natural Finish Foundation £29, and Maybelline Superstay 24 Hour concealer £6.19.
 
Eyebrows – Following the natural shape of your eyebrows, define them using an angled eyeliner brush with a matte eyeshadow that's the same colour as your hair. Use short feathery strokes for a natural finish. 

Blusher – Choose a peach/apricot blusher if you suit earthy warm tones and a rose/plum coloured one if you suit cooler shades.  Apply lightly around the apples of your cheeks and diffuse colour upwards along your cheekbones.  My favourite blushers are: Bourjois Blusher (Rose Ambre) £5.49 for warmer skin tones and Bobbi Brown Pot Rouge for Lips and Cheeks – rose (cream) £18 for cooler skin tones.

Translucent powder – Finish by dusting translucent powder all over face to soften and set make-up.

Lips
Lipliner – Pencil a red lipliner all around lips, drawing it slightly outside the lip line along the centre of the lips for a fuller lip look.  My favourite is Maxfactor lip liner (red rush) £4.99

Lipstick – If you're warm with olive or yellow undertones to your skin, choose a red lipstick with orange undertones, such as: Christian Dior, Dolce Vita Red, No 14 £21.50 or Revlon, Super Lustrous Lippy, Really Red, No 900 £7.49.

If you're cool with pinkish or reddish undertones to your skin, choose a red lipstick with pink/blue undertones, such as: Christian Dior Diorific Lipstick, Roulette Red, No 13 £21.50, Revlon, Super Lustrous Lippy, Red, No 730 £7.49.