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JUNE 2016 spine A4 Portrait Left inside page(Flat size 210mm x 297mm) Coming up in your Bakers Bite Conference Edition: Full agenda and update on the #ABSTConference2016 including events taking place during the weekend.ABSTANNUAL 2016CONFERENCE#ABSTConference2016 spine

INCE 1925 SUPPORTING BAK ERY STUDENTS spine A4 Portrait &TRIANEES SThe Alliance for Bakery Students & Trainees Vision:Left inside page\"As a cross functional organisation, the primary aim of the Alliance for Bakery Studentsand Trainees (ABST) shall be to facilitate and maintain a proactive dialogue within aunited baking industry around all issues relating to bakery education and training. In all(Flat size 210mm x 297mm)its thinking, the ABST shall always seek to retain, develop and maintain the underpinningcraft skills and technical knowledge required by the baking industry. Further, the ABSTshall forever offer guidance, share information and seek to support all who are studyingbakery or undertaking training within the industry.\"Welcome to your June Bakers Bite pages 2 to 4 Contents pages 5 to 6Welcome to your #ABSTConference2016 edition of the Bakers Bite. Pages 7 to 8 Everything you need to knowHere you will find your complete guide to what is happening over General information and your running orderconference weekend. We have been planning this event over the last of the weekends events. Check out thisyear and the wait is finally over! section if you are wondering what there is to do, or looking for some time to fill duringIn your conference edition of the bakers bite, you will find lots of judging.information that will help you over the conference weekend, so keepyour copy on you so you know exactly whats going on. You can view a Competitionscopy right on your smartphone, if you dont want to carry it around with Information about why the ABSTyou. To do this simply scan the QR code below. Competitions are important and how they can help you in the future when you are inTo keep up to date with everything thats going on industry.during the weekend, we will be updating facebookand twitter, so like our page or follow us to make Annual General Meeting Informationsure you dont miss out on the news. We will be This is where you will find all of the reportsusing the #ABSTConference2016 so you can from the ABST Comittee so you know whateasily search for updates aswell. we have been doing for the past year. It would be advised that you read theseWe have got lots of great things lined up to keep you busy, and to reports, as you will be asked to vote onensure that you have a great time, which of course is the main aim. We them during the AGM.would like to wish everyone that has entered competitions the best ofluck and make sure that you get the opportunity to speak to our judgeson Saturday to get some feedback. There are lots of great opportunitiesover the weekend, so take advantage of all of them while you can.We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone that supports Pages 9 to 10 ABST Sponsorsthe ABST, whether it be sponsors, judges, stewards or the ABST Without the support of our sponsors theComittee. Without these people the ABST simply wouldnt be able to run, ABST wouldnt be able to support you withand we wouldn't be able to support you, the future of the baking industry these types of events. Take a look at whowith events like these. supports us to support you.The only thing left to say is that we hope you enjoy conference, networkwith other students and potential employers but most of all have fun!ABST Communication Secretary PROUDLY SPONSORSChristopher [email protected] spine abst.org.uk

spineABST A4 Portrait Left inside page A(FNlatNsizUe A21L0mm x 297mm) 2016CONFERENCE #ABSTConference2016 Preparations have been in full swing for your Once you have arrived safely, you can sign in and If you want to buy food spine #ABSTConference2016 for the past year. We are leave your luggage with the hotel for safe keeping. and drink during your determined to make this years conference even You wont be able to check-in until after the AGM. more interesting and enjoyable than ever, which is Your luggage will be put in your room, so its ready stay for lunch etc, is a daunting task due to the success of previous for when you get your keys later in the afternoon. there are a number of years. You will need to place your competition entries in bars and shops within our allocated rooms. When you arrive, a member the Spalsh Landings In the following pages we give you an overview of the ABST will show you where the rooms are for and Alton Towers Hotel spilt into each day of conference. Those of you that competition entries and where you need to put have been before will all know what a great event your entries. to purchase these it is, and the opportunities available through our from. Ask a member of career seminars, live demonstrations, talks from Once all of your luggage is checked-in, you can experienced bakers and business owners, as well make your way down to the Alton Towers staff for directions. as networking with other students and trainees Conference Area. There will be signs showing you from other colleges and work places around the the best way to get to this area, but if you abst.org.uk country, both in the UK and Ireland. To make sure are unsure just ask. you dont miss anything important, we have broken each day into events and also highlighted some There will be lots of different events important bits that you might not have been aware going on over the weekend, and as of. we have said, over the next few pages we run through these events Firstly, you need to know where you are going. Our in more detail, as well as giving you conference is being held at Alton Towers Hotel, times they are taking place, so you and the address details are as follows: can make sure you dont miss anything. Remember to keep your Alton Towers Splash Landings Hotel, copy of this Bakers Bite on you Alton, during conference weekend, so you Staffordshire, will always know whats going on. Of ST10 4DB course, the only other thing left to 01538 704600 say is enjoy it and have fun!

Friday 10th June 2016 - #DAY1 spine Table Seminars12pm - 3:45pm Live Demonstrations The table seminars this year are3:45pm - 4pm We have live demonstrations going on throughout the afternoon. going to be focused on careers in the4pm - 4:40pm These includes demos such as live cake decorating. If you want to baking industry so we have invited see these and ask an expert any advice or tips then head to the professionals from accross lots of Stateroom. different areas in the baking industry, Table Seminars to talk to you about how to get ahead! Over the past few years our table seminars have gone down really Hannah Connelly well, so we have decided to continue this event for conference 2016. A graduate from the National Bakery School, part of London South Bank A4 PortraitIn the past we have had business owners, ingredient suppliers, University and currently a R&D Technologist at AB Mauri since July technical managers and students sharing what they do, and how they 2015. got to where they are now. If you want advice on finding that great career in the baking industry its always best to ask someone that has \"been there and done that\". It is also a great way to network and learn Left inside pageabout the many different career opportunities out in industry that you can progress into. It is an informal seminar, which we set like speed dating, in regard to moving around tables after a set amount of time, so that you get chance to speak to everyone. You also have the opportunity to ask questions. For information about the people that are going to be sharing their knowledge and experience this year, see (Flat size 210mm x 297mm)opposite for a brief introduction to them. The table seminars will take place in the Stateroom. Lawie Dowie \"I am 26 years of age. I studied Baking Industry Skills level 2 and 3 at Belfast Metropolitan College, Titanic Quarter. My current role is with Kerry Ingredients, KAHOOT! were I work as a bakery applications technologist.\" Once you have been to all the seminars and demos, come and play our online quiz Kahoot! in Sir Algenons Bar. The highest scores will go through to our final on Friday night to win an iPad mini! Rising Star Winner - Nathan Giles Jack Kelly I am 23 years of age and an ex-student Nathan Giles will be talking about the Rising Star Award which he won at Liverpool Community College. I have at the Baking Industry Awards in 2015 sponsored by British Baker. been with CSM for over 5 years in the role of Bakery Technician. Official Welcome & Annual General Meeting Official welcome to #ABSTConference2016 from your General Secretary, followed by the Annual General Meeting (AGM). The AGM Becky Hole will cover off what the ABST has been doing throughout the year, and will ask for members to vote on the comittee roles for the next year.4:40pm - 4:50pm Official change of office for the Executive Committee4:50pm - 5pm #ABSTAnnualConference2017 Themes spine5pm - 7:15pm Members will be asked to vote on the theme for our 2017 conference.7:15pm - 1am The themes for next year were voted for by you on Facebook and are: • Star Wars & Space abst.org.uk • Disney & Fairy Tale • Zombies & Monsters Please remember the winning theme will be the one that recieves the most votes and will be used over the weekend for our 2017 conference including the Fancy Dress on the Friday Night and the entertainment. Room keys available Collection of room keys will be available after voting for the 2017 conference theme. Room keys will be given to your lecturer or student rep at the top of the stairs in Sir Algeons Bar. Mafia & Gangsters Themed Evening Assemble in the Conference Centre Bar from 7:15pm ready for the hot buffet themed meal and entertainment in the Stateroom. The bar will be open until 1am. It is fancy dress and the best fancy dress will win £50 cash, so dont forget to pack your fancy dress for the weekend. Entertainment will include a human roulette wheel, photobooth and mafia themed music. £50 Cash Prize

Saturday 11th June 2016 - #DAY2 spine6:45am - 9am Competition Entries Staged7:30am - 9am Each college will be given time slots on the Friday night to stage entries. After 8:45am the competition area will be closed to everyone other than Judges & Stewards. Please ensure that you stage your entries prior to this as any entries not staged will not be judged. A4 PortraitBreakfast9am - 2:15pm Judging Competitions Judging of competition entries. Live events also take place during this time and delegates taking part in live competitions are to meet outside Left inside pagetheStateRoomat9:15am.Things to do during the dayTheres plenty to do at Alton Towers whilst judging is taking(Flat size 210mm x 297mm)place. Delegates that arent taking part in the live competitionsare more than welcome to take part in activities within the hotelat Alton Towers. Crazy Golf is available as well as the use of theSplash Landings Waterpark. If you dont fansy any of these, thenwhy not have a walk around the grounds?12:30pm Lob the Cob Final Dont miss the #LobTheCobFinal2016 which will take place on the patio outside the State Room. This has become a tradition at conference, and you will get to see the finalists competing for the £100 prize money, for both male and female longest throw. Great event just to come and see!2:15pm - 3:15pm Competition Viewing Sunday 12th June 2016 - #DAY3 7:30am - 9am Breakfast 6:30pm Rooms need to be vacated From 2:15pm we invite competitors to view entries and also the by 10am. opportunity to ask judges for feedback. From 2:45pm we invite all delegates to view entries. 10am - 12pm Meeting Conference debrief meeting Drinks reception on Patio awDcaoarnmdtsefrocaregfroeertmythooenuyr for comittee and college lecturers. Delegates are Black Tie dinner pre-drink reception. welcome to go into Alton Towers theme park. Tickets 7pm - 2am Black Tie Banquet are included in the cost for 8:40pm - 9pm students. Please speak to 9pm - 10pm Everyone is asked to be seated by 7pm for the banquet. your lecturer to get your10pm - 10:20pm tickets.10:20pm - 2am Retiring President & New President Speech 4:30pm Depart Retiring Presidents speech from David Amos. Official Change of office Delegates arriving by coach for the ABST Executive Committee & your new Presidents speech by to collect luggage from hotel Ivor Mckane. ready to depart back home Awards Ceremony at 5pm. Awards ceremony to celebrate the competitions held during the day. Prizes and trophies, medals and money will be given to the winners, with an opportunity to take pictures on stage. Worshipful Company of Bakers Bursary Awards Worshipful Company of Bakers Bursary Awards followed by a vote of thanks to our sponsors from a student representative and a presentation to the Presidents Charity. Disco & Raffle Disco and Raffle commences. The photobooth will also be available during Saturday night. The bar will close at 1am and Disco will finish at 2am. Residents bar will remain open. abst.org.uk spine

ABST spine NATIONAL COMPETITIONS 2016A4 Portrait Left inside page (Flat size 210mm x 297mm)ABST National CompetitionsEvery year we hold our national competitions and we have hundreds of entries from students, traineesand professional bakers from around the UK and Ireland. We even have live competitions for studentsand trainees to compete in during the weekend. The competitions are held during our Annual Conference,and here is why these competitions are important, and how they help you.Our competitions are an important part of To start making your final products, ready to Something unqiue but simple to make? spinethe ABST Conference weekend, and here's be judged at conference. Thanks to all the These are exactly the kinds of skills thatthe reason why. Anyone that has entered preperation everything will no doubt run would be great in New Productour competitions, will understand all of the smoothly, and the products you produce will Development. Afterall, entering your producthard work that has to go into it to make it be the best you have made so far. The main into a competition after constantly perfectinghappen. point is that the actual competitions, it to be the best it can be, is exactly the although a very big part of the conference same as submitting new product samples toThere is the advanced planning to start. For weekend, are only a small part of what you a major supermarket to gain new businessexample, all the individual ingredients that have already acheived yourself. against your competitiors.you have to make sure you have and whattime you want to make your entry to ensure You have probably heard the phrase \"its not How about all those times that you spentit is as fresh as possible for judging. Or in about winning, its the taking part that working out the best mixing times, orthe case of cake decoration, there's the counts\". Of course its good to win the reviewing the prover conditions and bakingdesign and theme to think about and plan. competition after all of the hard work that temperatures to ensure you achieve the you have put into it, and that is of course the best results? If it wasnt right you changed itThen there's all the practising. Whether you aim of entering. But the most valuble part of and tried again, until you got the perfectare entering a competition that requires the the competitions is the work that goes in results you wanted. Well believe it or not,best flavour, or one that involves the best before hand. The bits that no one else but these are exactly the kind of skills you needoverall bread or cake, you will without doubt you know about. One of the things that you in the baking industry as well. Problempractise. Whether its practise at moulding, may not realise yet, is that all of that work solving is an everyday skill needed in thelooking at the best mixing times, prooving you did beforehand is really going to pay off baking industry, and if this is something youtime and temperature and baking conditions, later in your future careers as well! have enjoyed doing, then there are technicalyou will be practising to ensure that on the roles out there both in bakeries andday you make your entry, everything runs How can that be possible? In order to enter ingredients suppliers for you to look into.smoothly, and the end result will be a a competition, you need to do a lot of workcombination of preparation and practise. in the first place, before you even get your Maybe one of the most difficult decisionsPracticing is one of the most important parts entry to the table to be judged. Think about you had to make over the past few days.of the whole thing, as it is during this time all the different stages you went through Which one do I choose to submit as mythat you can assess your work, find out what already. All those hours of practising and entry? I think we have all been there. Bakedworked well and what you could improve tasting products. Aiming to achieve the a perfect batch, and then comes thenext time and then try again. perfect flavour profile that will hopefully win question we have all been dreading... which you the competition. Or maybe its the one do I choose? So you have checkedOnce all the above has been done, its time perfect shape you are looking for? each one, making sure all of the weights areabst.org.uk

correct, and you have probably even cut competition or not, the most important thing disqualified. If you are confused about spinesome open to see what they look like inside. you need to do is ask for some feedback. anything, just ask us. We are more thanYou choose the best one out of all of them Our judges are all experts in their fields, and happy to answer any questions you mayto submit as your entry. The skills you have will be able to give you constructive have about the rules for any competition.used here are needed for roles in quality feedback on what you can do next time to Finally, dont forget to be careful whencontrol which is even more important in the improve, and what was really great. transporting your entries. We understandbaking industry today, making sure all Remember, if you dont ask, you will never that you have travelled quite a long way toproducts are consistent and the same know. Thats why we ensure that everyone get here, so its really important afterquality. that has entered a competition has the spending all that time on making yourIf you are looking to open your own entries, that they arrive in one piece! Therebusiness, or go into any of the many great is also some time available when you arrive to finish off any products, and if required fixA4 Portraitroles in the baking industry, the skills you any damage that may have occured during opportunity to ask the judges questions. You may notice that we open the competition room doors for 30 minutes, only for delegates that have entered competitions.have learnt and improved on during the This is to give you the opportunity to ask the transit.competition process are vital. The ABSTcompetitions are all about you working aloneor even as a team to develop your skills,Left inside pageand perfecting your craft. This is something judges the questions you have before the This year, the awards ceremony will again room gets to busy. be held during the black tie dinner. We did this last year, and it proved very popular, as Top tips for successthat you will conitinue to do as you go The first and most important #TopTip is to it gives you more chance to speak to judges,through your careers whether you are at make sure that you read the rules. If you and means you get some great pictures with your awards in your best suits and dresses.college or in industry. The phrase you mayhave heard before is \"everydays a school(Flat size 210mm x 297mm)day\" which is also very true, and one of the dont read the rules before you start, you Dont forget wont know what you need to achieve in order to win. Important things like finishedreasons why the baking industry is such a weights of products, the amount of productsgreat place to work in. to bring youryou need to enter and competitions that ask for different products. Make sure youLets not forget the important bits that understand what you need to do, ashappen after the judging though. Thats right, anything that is not right, will have points camera!its time for the feedback. Whether you win a knocked off, or in some cases be \"...the most valuble part of the competitions is the work that goes in before hand. The bits that no one else but you know about. One of the things that you may not realise yet, is that all of that work you did beforehand is really going to pay off later in your future careers as well!\" abst.org.uk spine

OUR spineA4 PortraitAGM IS TAKING PLACE @ 4pm FRIDAY Left inside pageAnnual General Meeting 2016 (AGM 2016)Annual conference is also the time that we hold our Annual General Meeting. The AGM is an importantpart of the weekend, as it updates all members of the work that has happened over the past year and is(Flat size 210mm x 297mm)also the time that the executive comittee of the ABST is elected. This is the time for members to askquestions about anything in the reports, which are over the next two pages for you to read through priorto AGM starting.Each of the comittee members reports are The competitions have been COMPETITION Competition Secretaries reportbelow, which gives you information about well sponsored again this SECRETARY continued:what we have been upto during the past year with our long supporting GRAHAM DUCKWORTHyear. It is a good idea to read throught these sponsors: Slattery’s, due to the thousands of entries that areprior to the AGM, which will be held on Renshaws, The Worshipful individually coded (and anonymous toFriday 10th June 2016 at 4pm in the Company of Bakers, The the judges) and the tiny amount of timeStateroom. If you have any questions about we have get the results ready for theanything in the reports, it is a great British Confectioners Association, CSM, presentations. So please forgive us aopportunity to ask during the AGM. Bakels and Wright’s being accompanied few problems and please check with by AAK, Zeelandia, Bako (North your tutors before collecting a prize thatEach year as we Western), Warburtons, Lesaffre, The you are not absolutely sure you haveorganise our annual British Society of Baking, Callebaut, won. Finally, good luck for Saturdayconference contract the Squires Kitchen, Irek’s, Ingram Brothers,cost we commit to TREASURER Zeelandia, FDQ and the Craft Bakers The interest in bakerybecomes increasingly Association. Rank Hovis will of course during the past 12 monthsdifficult to stay within our GRAHAM TURNER also be running their legendary has been huge, partlyfinancial ability and competition and continuing with its driven by the media interestcontrol. newer contemporary product selection. which has been illustrated PRESIDENT In general, the numbers of entries are by the Great British Bake reasonable, however the live Off being the most popular DAVID AMOS competitions seem to be totally excluded T.V program in Britain.The venue at Alton Towers and our by some of the colleges and this isexpenses continue to increase and our something that needs addressing in This has meant that the bakery marketdedicated team work hard to achieve terms of content or desirability in the continues to change and reinvent itselfthe best terms and receive adequate post conference review. with the need to continue to producefinances as we try to keep the cost to Once again our volunteer competition great quality products for everstudents affordable and exceptional judges who come from all over the demanding customers.value for the conference weekend and country, from different areas of theactivities throughout the year. industry, from some of the sponsors and from the colleges have come to our aidSponsorship requires constant attention and I wish to thank them all personally The ABST recognises these challengesto encourage business to continue the and on behalf of the ABST for their and has also gone through a number ofvital support of ABST work with students absolute integrity in the marking and in changes over the past few years. It hasand their future in the industry, for which most cases paying for the privilege of been exciting working with otherwe are very appreciative and without we giving up their time to support the organisations in the industry who sharewould be unable to progress. students and trainees in this way. Thank the simple idea of connecting students you also to the stewards who are also and industry. This will ensure a strongEach year your team constantly review invaluable in getting the organising of industry with well trained people whoways to improve ABST and contribute a entries in place, checking for penalties, can sustain the industry in the long-lot of their own time to achieve an checking of scores against the winning term.excellent and motivational experience items, assisting the myself in processingeach year. all the results and helping with the During the past 12 months I aimed to trophies/certificates/medals/prizes on the work closer with the variousI trust you all will enjoy the programme weekend. As always we may make a few organisations within the industry on this spineorganised for you this year. mistakes common goal and hopefully we took a few steps forward, I would like to thankabst.org.uk

Presidents report continued... Firstly I would like to thank AGM 2015 MINUTES spine everyone for the support inall the organisations who are my first year as membership MEMBERSHIPrepresented at the ABST conference secretary. This year I sent outthis year, some of whom it is the first spreadsheets to be filled in by SECRETARY SOPHIE KILBEYtime. I hope that this will continue to be tutors, to save every studentdeveloped in the future. filling out individual membership forms. SomeIt has been an honour being thePresident of the ABST as I amconstantly impressed by theA4 Portraitcommitment and creativity that I have colleges have used this and ideally I would like this format to be used more. As it makes it easier to fit this volunteer role around my full time job.seen on meeting students. Online membership forms have been aAlso it should be noted that when very popular way of joining the ABST,speaking to other colleagues with in the inside pagebut when paying though PayPal youLeftindustry they are constantly impressed must state in the \"Comments\" section onby the skill levels demonstrated during the membership form the name of the person paying on your behalf. This is sothe competitions. I can track your payment. I have had a number of membership forms sent to my online without any PayPal payment, It must be made clear, you will not become a member withoutOne of the great pleasures this yearwas meeting a number of former(Flat size 210mm x 297mm)competition winners who are now infulltime employment within the industry. To download a copy of the AGM 2015 minutes payment. simply scan the aboveI would like to take this opportunity to We currently have over 300 members QR Code.thank all the people involved with ABSTand to the President Elect Ivor Mckane, and with your on going support I hope toI wish all the very best of luck and am gain even more Membership bysure that he will enjoy the whole Conference 2017.experience. It has been a productive USEFUL INFO ABOUT THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETINGCOMMUNICATION year for the ABST. We AGM 2016 AGENDA launched our new For those of you that are unsure what the SECRETARY scheme, #HireMe which AGM is all about, here is a quick summary To download a copy of CHRIS FOXALL of what goes on. The Annual General the agenda for our 2016 Meeting (AGM) is an important part of the AGM simply scan the aims to give you the conference weekend. This is a constitutional requirement and in reality the conference above QR Code. opportunity to let weekend was built around this meeting, which over the years, has grown into the employers know that event that you know today.you are looking for employment in their Prior to the AGM you will be able to review these reports from the majority of thearea. This has been really well recieved members of the committee. (General Secretary and Membership Secretary willboth by you, our members and also give their reports during the AGM). This is to let you as members know what the ABSTindustry. Through this we have also built comittee has been upto over the past 12 months. The AGM gives you the opportunityon our links with both industry and other to ask questions of the committee in relation to these reports. You will also receive thekindred organisations, and have been Mintues of the 2015 AGM and Agenda for the 2016 AGM. (Both of these are availableworking closely with organisations such for you to download here by simply scanning the QR Codes opposite). Once all theas the British Society of Baking and reports have been agreed you will notice the lists for the nominated members that willCraft Bakers Association to ensure that form the committee for 2016-2017. These members have already had a proposer andthe scheme works well for everyone. seconder for the position but they will only take office if you the members give them aWe also relaunched our newsletter this majority vote. In essence, the AGM is antime last year, and this will be the 4th opportunity to have your say. The ABST isedition of the Bakers Bite. It has an organisation run by members forfeutured information from suppliers members so exercise your right on the 10thwithin the industry, and aimed to give June. You can make a difference!you more information that you may findinteresting either to use in yourcoursework or just for your generalknowledge. The ABST will also belooking into other ways we can supportyou in the future, which could includelots of other great events throughout theyear, so its a really exciting time for bothus and for you as members.Overall, the ABST continues to work spinehard for you to ensure you get as manyopportunites as possible to help youprogress onto succesful careers. abst.org.uk

WE HOPE YOU HAVE A is a really fun multiple choice game to play against your friends, to see spine how well you have listened to our seminars, demonstrations and general knowledge. All you will need is your smartphone or tablet. Its definatley worth playing as well, as the top three highest scoring people from each group will be entered into the final, which will take place on the Friday night. The winner of the final will win an iPad mini!AT CONFERAEN4CEP! ortraitThis year at conference we are embrasing technology, and You may have noticed that you were given a Kahoot! ticket when you collected your badge at reception. It is really importnat that you keep hold of this as you will need to hand it in when you play the Kahoot! later today. You can play at any time during Friday afternoon in Sirmaking conference more interactive for everyone that attends. Algenons Lounge, which is above the conference centre.We want you to get as much out of conference as possible, sowe will be running a Kahoot! to see how much everyone hasLeft inside pagelearnt. For those of you that have never used Kahoot! before, it Dont forget to listen to all of the seminars and demonstrations to make sure you have the best chance of going through to the final.Our SponsorsWithout our sponsors, the ABST would struggle to support you, our members. They help us outthroughout the year, whther its sponsoring us money to fund things like events and your Bakers Bite, or(Flat size 210mm x 297mm)sponsoring competitions and giving time up to judge your entries. We wanted to take this opportunity tothank every single sponsor that has helped us this year, and we look forward to working with you againnext year to support the bakers of tomorrow... today! WE COULD'NT SUPPORT spineabst.org.uk

Live Competitions are now Live spine Last year we received feedback saying WATCH that you wanted the opportunity to see the LIVE Live Competitions, so you could see how your friends were doing, or just to see what actually goes on during that time. In order to do this, and be fair to ourA4 compeitiors, we will be streaming live Portraitvideo throughout the Live competitions, so you can watch them at any point of the morning directly on your phone, tablet or computer. In order to watch the live stream, you simpley need to visit ourLeft inside pageFacebook page and like it, and the video will be on our stream. Just click the video to watch!(Flat size 210mm x 297mm)STUDENTS & TRAINEES WITHOUT spine YOU abst.org.uk

spine Supporting the bakers spineA4 Portraitof tomorrow... today Left inside page (Flat size 210mm x 297mm)ABST Learning DayDue to the success of the #abstlearningday held in March2015, we are planning to hold a further learning day in theSouth of the UK later in 2016. Keep checking for more info onFacebook and twitter to make sure you dont miss out!get in touchCommunication SecretaryChristopher [email protected] SecretaryMatthew [email protected] [email protected] SecretaryGraham [email protected] SecretarySophie [email protected] [email protected] Tutor Representative Dawn Gemmell [email protected] Conference Secretary Chris Abbott [email protected]