I have found out that my CRB was returned, which is why I haven't received it through. The reason for this is that the lady at the council that fills the details out didn't note down my driving licence issue date. Anyway she is putting it through again with the correct details and I should have it back in 2 weks time, thats part of the good news. The other bit of good news is that I am joining force's with the 'Friends of SureStart' they have offered me FREE hire of the hall at Sidley Community Centre for exchange for donating 20% of my takings :) This is likely to be a one off but it gets me started, they are also happy to help advertise for bookings.
The problem (bad news) is that they have found out that because I edit the photograph's at home then my partner will also need a CRB check completed. This is fine by us but the next date to go and fill the paperwork out is not until 15th September and then we will still have to wait for it to come back. This all means that it will be October at least before I am able to do any work for the childrens centre's :(
oh well, its a good job I have a hen party, wedding, dog show and some home studio sessions to keep me busy.