WARRIORS MEAN BUSINESS

“The Wigan v St

Helens game was

always the biggest

game of the season. I

was privileged to be a

part of some very

special matches at

both Central Park and

Knowsley Road” -

Wigan Warriors

Rugby Director

Kris Radlinski

OFFICIAL MEMBERS

MEMBERS ENJOY ‘MONEY CANT BUY’ EVENT Wigan Warriors Rugby Director Kris Radlinski kicked off a prestigious night at the Wigan Warriors Business Club

“Wigan v Saint Warm Up” event on Thursday 2nd April. Along with Head Coach Shaun Wane and Director of Perfor-

mance Marc Bitcon, the Wigan Warriors Business Club hosted over 50 influential North West business leaders and their

guests and gave an insight into the highs and lows of one of sports fiercest rivalries.

Taking centre stage in a fully dressed Wigan Warriors dressing room, Kris drew on a selection of key moments from his

Wigan playing career to give emphasis on the rivalry against St Helens. With many of the attendees reminiscing about

such victories as 2002 in Murrayfield victory, Kris introduced Gary Connolly who shared a number of amusing stories

during his trophy laden stay at Wigan that the Business leaders were privileged to hear.

Director of Performance, Marc Bitcon also provided an insight into the strength and conditioning aspect of Wigan

Warriors and how the players individually prepared for the match. The room was extremely impressed with the work of

the Performance team with Steve Jacob of AJS Finanial stating “It was a fantastic insight into the world of a

professional Rugby League club and you don’t realise how much work goes in behind the scenes”

Head Coach Shaun Wane rounded of the evening with an insight into the Wigan tactics and team selection, followed

by an official “walk out” to the Warriors pre match anthem. Mike Hughes, Director of Hughes Brother was overwhelmed

by the experience stating “I am still tingling. It was an unforgettable experience with some excellent contacts”.

Following the event, Wigan won the Good Friday game, beating St Helens 12-4.

MAY 2015 ISSUE 04

STEPHENSONS ELECTION MANIFESTO DIGEST Following the major political parties delivering their Election Manifestos in the lead up to the 2015 general election, Business Club members Stephenson's look at the direct impact on both employers and employees. General The Conservatives have committed to creating 3 million new apprenticeships and to help businesses create 2 million extra jobs over the next parliament. Labour have stated that it will implement a guaranteed apprenticeship for all school leav-ers who attain certain grades and "require any firm that gets a large government contract to offer apprenticeships". In addition, it will ensure a ban on zero-hours contracts deemed to be "exploitative". The Liberal Democrats have committed to pay a living wage set by an independ-ent review to workers in all central government departments and their agencies from April 2016 and to consult on allowing employees on zero-hours contracts to request a fixed contract. UKIP have made commitments to protect workers' rights, enforce the minimum wage, end the abuse of zero-hours contracts and to allow British businesses to choose to employ British workers first. However it is unclear whether that means it will abolish employment tribunal fees altogether or just vary the amounts. The Liberal Democrats have committed to review fees to ensure they are not a barrier to justice and the Green party has stat-ed that it will reduce employment tribunal fees to make them accessible to work-ers. What is interesting is the difference in opinion between the political parties where key employment issues are concerned. On 07 May 2015, we will wait with interest to see whether and how such measures are implemented and the significance of these proposals.

CHARNLEY WINS NATIONAL

On the 13th April, Wigan Warriors players collaborated with our official club sponsor and Business Club members Coral as each player and member of coaching staff was asked just who they were backing in one of the most famous steeplechases in the world.

Captain Sean O Loughlin took the advice of Junior Assistant Coach John Winder and backed AP Macoy’s ‘Shutthefrontdoor’ whilst Matty Smith went for Lond Windermore. However, it was Winger Josh Charnley who was successful as the 23 year old triumphed with Many Clouds. Before the race, Josh said "I like the sound of Many Clouds, so I'll probably have a punt on him. He's won a few times this year I think and hopefully he can do it again on Sat-urday."

The event witnessed great generosity from Coral as they pledged over £2500 to local charities having given five Wigan players a free £50 bet on the Grand National with any winnings being donated to a charity of the player's choice. Coral were soon to act though when realising the other players had failed with their tips giving £500 to the players to donate the charities of their choice.

Joining Jack, Willowbrook Hospice, Wigan Youth Zone, the Alzheimer's Society and Joseph's Goal will all now benefit from donations.

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The leaders debate was held in Media City Uk, Manchester in April

RACE DAY UPDATE We are looking forward to welcoming you to two exclusive events in the month of May. On Friday 22nd May we will be welcomed by our members Haydock Park Race-course for an afternoon of networking and race. With networking from 12.30pm and an insight into the horses from Haydock’s resident expert, the first race will begin at 14.30 pm.

TIMINGS ARE AS FOLLOWS

12.30pm Arrival and Welcome from Haydock Park 1.30pm Buffet Lunch 2.30pmThe PHS Group Handi-cap Stakes 3.05pmThe E.B.F. Stallions Maiden Stakes 3.40pmThe PHS Waterlogic Handicap Stakes 4.15pmThe PHS Treadsmart Handicap Stakesabt 4.50pmThe PHS Group Maiden Stakesabt 5.20pmThe Bryn Handicap Stakes We will be situated in the Lancaster Suite, located on the Ground Floor of the Cen-tenary Stand. Preferred dress requirements for the County Enclosure are smart casual, no jeans,T-shirts, tracksuits or training shoes. Following the Business Club Race Day, we will then be turning to our members “On the 7th” where they will be hosting our Suited ‘n’ Booted event at their fabulous lounge

LOCALS OFFERED FREE CHECK TO AVOID FINANCIAL SHARK THREAT Local Top Rated Adviser and Business Club member James Collins from Cheshire Wealth Partnership in Wigan is issuing a warning to locals about the government's ground-breaking pension changes. The changes which will come in to effect this April have the potential to transform lives but, while originally heralded as progressive, warn-ing bells are now ringing.

James Collins a Top Rated Independent Financial Adviser (IFA) on VouchedFor.co.uk is so concerned about the impact of the changes on local savers that he is offering a free initial pension check to locals.

Comments James Collins: "Changing the UK pension system is long overdue and giving the over 55s control over how they spend their pensions savings is in theory a great step forward. If the right decisions are made retirees could enjoy much greater returns on their savings as well as having the freedom to withdraw lump sums for large one-off treats or expenses."

Continues James: "However since the pension change announcement last summer we've seen a significant increase in disreputable companies offering huge returns for dodgy investments. In short people are being, and will continue to be, scammed. My message is clear - seek professional advice before switching your pension."

IFAs aren't linked to any product or service provider as a result they're free to select the pension and investment options that best suit your needs from the whole of the market. In other words, they offer impartial advice which makes speaking to an IFA a great place to start.

If you're about to be affected by the pension changes why don't you take advantage of James's offer of a free initial pension check? A pension check is a free, no obligation introductory meeting which gives you the chance to talk to James about your current pension and future plans. If there is room for improvement James will let you know how they can help and the associated costs.

For additional information please contact: jamescol-lins@cheshirewealthpartnership.co.uk or call 07718702572

OFFICIAL MEMBERS

Business Club members and Manchester HR firm Peninsula Business Services,

held their annual End of Year awards conference at Old Trafford this month. The

UK’s leading specialist in HR and Health & Safety Service celebrated a fantastic

year of success with all their employees. Peninsula also rewarded their top per-

formers with a trip to New York! This fantastic gesture to staff is testament to

their entry into the Sunday Times 100 Best Companies to Work for in the UK.

To take advantage of the Peninsula HR advice service, get in touch with Wigan

Warriors fan and Peninsula Business Development Manager John Williamson on

John.Williamson@peninsula-uk.com

BEST OF SOCIAL MEDIA STAFFORD & CO - @StaffCoUk

TuesdayTaxTip: Have you asked the Inland Revenue for P11D dispensa-

tions to reduce your paperwork?

AD OPTIONS - @LoopKeyRings

Our thanks to @WiganWarriorsBC for our personalised framed team group

that now takes pride of place in our office

KEYSEC 24 - @KeySec24Ltd

Yesterday welcomed the start of a prestigious manned guarding contract

for the team #warriorsmeanbusiness

SOL PV GROUP - @solpvgroup

Another superb #solarpv install from our team this week.. 50kW installed

in 3 days at Trafford Park Manchester

RIJO 42 - @rijo42Sean

Good win for #WiganWarriors tonight, back home fora coffee from @rijo42

HAYDOCK PARK RACECOURSE - @HAYDOCKPARKRACES

Everyone @HAYDOCKRACES is thanking @AP_McCoy for the memories -

good luck today @Sandownpark #ThanksAP

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FP SECURE WARRIORS Since the launch in February, the Wigan Warriors Business Club has always prized itself on supporting the businesses who support Warriors and this philosophy was evident this when Wigan Warriors partnered with local franking machine firm FP Mailing. Proud to be working with the club Andy Crabb stated “We are extremely proud that FP Mailing Lancashire & Cheshire are working with a club like Wigan Warriors. We are delighted that we secured the contract for 3 mail room equipment machines for Wigan after spending time working with Geoff Warburton and his team, understanding the business needs and requirements. We are looking forward to strengthening our Partnership with the club and supporting Wigan Warriors through the exciting Business Club project.” FP, like Wigan, are also at the forefront when it comes to software, with a full range of accounting software to suit a business’s postal needs.

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