A Kent Police spokesman said: It is reported that a refuse collection vehicle had collided with a refuse worker, employed by the local authority. Expressing his condolences to Mr Betts' widow Lesley and daughter Laura, Mr Blunsdon said he had been "a very brave man trying to repair the situation". It is understood the lorry suddenly rolled back. "Officers and ambulance crews attended and the man was declared deceased at the scene. There is a traditional school hall where morning prayers are taken. The school occupies a Victorian country house set in 250 acres of gardens and woodland in the Weald of Kent. Detectives are still waiting to question a man detained in connection with the death of a woman. You can also enter your email address in the box below the picture on most desktop and mobile platforms. The tragedy occurred outside Benenden School in Kent on Wednesday, The worker was killed on the grounds of Benenden School while doing his rounds on Wednesday, An investigation has now been launched into the accident. Occasionally, the Sunday services are taken in the village church, about 15 to 20 minutes' walk away. "The Health and Safety Executive will lead any subsequent investigation.". On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. The scene is close to the exclusive Benenden School. Several members of School staff were immediately on the scene and did everything they could to help the man before the emergency services arrived. Staff rushed to help the man, who had become reportedly stuck between a wall and the lorry. I would presume the entrance opposite my house is where the dustbins go in as its the back of the school.. "Nobody else was injured in this incident and no pupils or staff were involved.". Several members of school staff tried to help the worker before emergency teams arrived but he was pronounced dead at the scene. As a community, we have marked the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II in the past few days. Officers and ambulance crews attended and the man was declared deceased at the scene. Questioned by William Irwin, a barrister representing Mr Betts' family, Mr Sheldrake said for six months Urbaser had made no changes but then had "completely altered all the collection routes". Whether stretching academic high-flyers to even greater heights, or supporting pupils to achieve things they never thought possible, Benenden is an expert at helping every girl to reach her potential. Registration: Three to four years before entry. [8] Potential pupils seeking to begin boarding at 11 must pass the school's own entrance exam, while those who are 13 or older must pass the Common Entrance.[8]. View all details Compare with other schools Fee 10,833 Yearly fee 14,501 Boarding Apply now Scholarships Academic scholarships All Rounder awards Art scholarships Design scholarships The first general inspection was made and Benenden was recognised as 'efficient'. Benenden, founded in 1923, is set in 240 acres of rolling parkland at Hemsted Park. The following year the eco-classroom, a totally self-sustaining building, opened in the Victorian Water Gardens. School staff rushed to his aid and called paramedics, who couldn't save his life despite their best efforts. The community of Benenden School is saddened to learn of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Something went wrong, please try again later. View our online Press Pack. Our popular boarding model develops girls social and emotional skills and gives access to a wide range of benefits and opportunities. In a written statement read to the inquest, Mr Rabbett described how Mr Betts had reassigned him to a different round that morning because of staff shortages, with Mr Betts deciding to drive the round himself. Police investigators found the ratchet-style handbrake had only been applied four clicks up when five would have held the vehicle at the top of the 4.7 degree incline. Benenden, Cranbrook, Kent, benenden.kent.sch.uk His next of kin have been informed.". Video, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story, Beer and wine sales in Canada fall to all-time low, Ed Sheeran says wife developed tumour in pregnancy, Trump lashes out at Murdoch over vote fraud case, Bieber cancels remaining Justice world tour dates, Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot loses re-election bid, Daily walk prevents one in 10 early deaths - study, Finland starts construction of Russia border fence, Uranium particles enriched to 83.7% found in Iran. Mr Betts was a very brave man trying to repair the situation. [2], Thomas Hallett Hodges bought the house in 1786. After hearing the evidence, the jury concluded the death was the result of an accident. The school dining room and cloisters were refurbished. Drama and the Arts are popular; the school's annual play has on occasion been performed in London theatres such as the Palladium (Me and My Girl; 2002). She was posthumously awarded at the 2021 IFTA Awards for her final role in Cathy Brady's film Wildfire.. All girls were prepared for GCSE, AS Level, A Level, and universities, and academic, sport, drama, art, music, and design technology scholarships were available. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. VideoRecord numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. You can also sign up to our website and comment on our stories by pressing here and signing in. At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece. Several members of School staff were immediately on the scene and did everything they could to help the man before the emergency services arrived. Primarily for lacrosse and hockey, the new facility allows girls to train in all weather and in the mornings and evenings. Woven through every element of the boarding experience at Benenden academic, co-curricular and personal and professional development are opportunities for students to develop skills A new science centre, one of the most advanced centres of scientific learning available in the independent sector, was opened by the Princess Royal on 10 October 2012. The belief is that these lead to a more rounded education and strongly favour individualism. Instead of wearing the normal navy blue sixth-form uniform, they wear white- and red-striped blouses and grey jumpers. Javier Peiro, managing director of waste contractor Urbaser Ltd, said: "Our thoughts are with the crew member's family and friends at this difficult time. For other inquiries, Contact Us. The school years are known, in order, as follows: Fourths (IV), Upper Fourths (UIV), Lower Fifths (LVths), Fifths (V), Upper Fifths (UV), Six Ones (VI1) and Six Twos (VI2). ", A policespokesman said: It is reported that a refuse collection vehicle had collided with a refuse worker, employed by the local authority.Officers and ambulance crews attended and the man was declared deceased at the scene. On Friday morning the whole School gathered in the Hall for Prayers, reflecting on the inspirational life of a truly remarkable monarch, and aSunday evening service was held inHer Majesty's memory, celebrating her life through hymns and prayer. He commissioned the building of a new house, the extant Hemsted House, employing David Brandon, president of the Royal Institute of British Architects to design the new mansion. A Health and Safety Executive investigation is underway to establish what caused Wednesday's accident. 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The man who died, who has not yet been identified, was employed by a contractor on behalf of Tunbridge Wells Borough Council. Privacy Policy. A Benenden School spokesman said: We can confirm that there was a serious accident yesterday morning involving a refuse collection vehicle which, tragically, resulted in the death of a refuse worker working for a contractor on behalf of the council. There's hundreds of acres. A Condolence Book will soon be opened in the Chapel for the community to leave their messages. Princess Anne attended the school and began her education there in autumn 1963. Prince Philip dedicated his life to our country, serving the United Kingdom wonderfully for many. A bin man was "crushed to death" by his own truck in the grounds of an elite girls boarding school. The disposal worker was reportedly crushed to death while doing the rounds at Benenden School, just outside of Cranbrook, Kent, a prestigious school where Princess Anne once attended. The worker was killed on the grounds of Benenden School, just outside of Cranbrook, while doing his rounds on Wednesday (November 25). The worker was killed on the grounds of Benenden School, just outside of Cranbrook, while doing his rounds on Wednesday (November 25). The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Benenden School is an independent boarding school for girls in Kent, England. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. His next of kin have been informed. Paramedics and police were called shortly before 8.30am, but the man was pronounced dead at the scene. Benenden School is an independent boarding school for girls in Kent, England, in Hemsted Park at Benenden, between Cranbrook and Tenterden. The Benenden School, a UK-based boarding school famously attended by Royal Family's Princess Anne, has been highly regarded as one of the country's leading independent school that is currently on track to expand their global reach and open a second campus based in Guangzhou, China. Classes average around 13 students at GCSE, and 68 students during A Levels. The Health and Safety Executive has now launched an investigation. In 1963 Princess Anne and Princess Basma of Jordan became pupils at Benenden. Neighbours living nearby spoke of their shock. Learn more 1 2 3 550 Girls attend the school 90% level 9-7 at GCSE achieved in 2022 35% A* at A Level achieved in 2022 129 This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. Binman Andrew Betts' death at Benenden School, Kent, was a tragic accident, an inquest heard Credit: Benenden School Mr Betts - known to friends and family as Andy - was just one. 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Nobody else was injured in the incident and no pupils or staff were involved, Benenden School said in a statement. According to a report by the Independent Schools Inspectorate, Benenden School was founded in 1923. Another Benenden resident, Karen Callaghan, said: "It's very sad for the village. The house, which featured a prominent tower and was described as having "alarming vitality" was subsequently remodelled in 1912 by Herbert Cescinsky at the behest of its new owner, newspaper magnate and later Lord Rothermere, Harold Harmsworth. He added that he would consider whether it was necessary for him to write a report giving advice that might help prevent future accidents after written submissions from Mr Betts' family and Urbaser's legal team. 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A worker at the school told the publication that he had believed there had been a problem with the handbrake. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. The Princess Royal, 70, Prince Andrew's ex Lady Victoria Hervey, 44, Oscar-winning actress Rachel Weisz, 50, and TV presenter Amanda de Cadenet, 48, are among former students at Benenden, one of Britain's top boarding schools. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. ", Students Celebrate Benenden's Native Languages Week, Benenden Hosts SecondEarly Career Teachers' Conference, Students Inspire with Electrifying Lectures. They also had alarms that sounded if the cab door was opened with the parking brake not fully activated, but Mr Betts' vehicle had no such alarm. Nobody else was harmed during the incident and we have commenced a full investigation.". The unnamed public sector worker died at about 8.20am on Wednesday at the prestigious Benenden School near Tenterden, which has taught the likes of Princess Anne. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. The loss of Her Majesty will be keenly felt across the School, but her example will continue to inspire Benenden students for generations to come. and experience that will benefit them for life. No. Its terrible, absolutely awful. Paramedics raced to the scene, but he was declared dead after police were called at 8.20am. It chose Microsoft and DataON for an Integrated System for Azure Stack HCI to p. Mr Betts had been a keen darts player, having previously played for the Kent county team and been a contestant on the popular TV darts quiz show Bullseye. The senior students, in their last two years (ages 1618), go to sixth form houses called Beeches, Elms, Limes and Oaks,[citation needed] which make up the sixth form centre, known as Founders. A worker at the school told The Sun: "I think there was a problem with the lorry's handbrake. The book Benenden: A Great Company by David Souden was published. Tours abroad are occasionally organised. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. The worker was killed when the truck hit him in the grounds of. He wasn't an old bloke, he was just a young fella.". You can still make a gift towards Be the Change via these options: ONLINE: Be the Change Donation Form; BANK TRANSFER: Benenden School (Kent) Limited. It is reported that a refuse collection vehicle had collided with a refuse worker, employed by the local authority.
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