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Voting age to be extended: Sheffield councillor hopes young people will ‘prove me right’

Voting age to be extended: Sheffield councillor hopes young people will ‘prove me right’

by Jessica Smith | Feb 20, 2026 | News, Top Story - Home Page Lead

A Sheffield councillor has shared her views on the government’s new bill to extend the voting age to 16 and 17-year-olds. Coun Elle Dodd, Chair of Governance, said: “It will allow millions of young people across the country to have their own voices heard.” The...
Sheffield charity named finalist in Lord Mayor Awards 2026

Sheffield charity named finalist in Lord Mayor Awards 2026

by Jessica Smith | Feb 19, 2026 | Charity, News, Top Story 3 - Home Page sub 2

Sheffield Rape and Sexual Abuse Centre (SRASAC) has been named as a finalist in the Care, Support and Wellbeing category at the Lord Mayor Awards 2026. The all-women charity was set up in 1980 and supports recovery from emotional and psychological distress caused by...
Sheffield SEND: Council’s five-year plan to transform support for children

Sheffield SEND: Council’s five-year plan to transform support for children

by Jessica Smith | Feb 19, 2026 | News, Top Story 3 - Home Page sub 2

Sheffield City Council has launched a five-year strategy to transform the support available for young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The strategy aims to put families and children at the focal point following rising demand and national...

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