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Strikes begin at the University of Sheffield

Strikes begin at the University of Sheffield

by Heather Treaton | May 1, 2025 | Community, Education, News, Top Story - Home Page Lead

The first strike in a series of walkouts took place yesterday at the University of Sheffield as staff protested ongoing restructuring plans. Members of the University and College Union (UCU) voted in favour of the strikes earlier in the month, with a 9-day walkout...
Sheffield bereavement strategy plans to suit city’s needs for next 25 years and beyond 

Sheffield bereavement strategy plans to suit city’s needs for next 25 years and beyond 

by Jane Ampiah | Apr 4, 2025 | Charity, Community, Culture

The council has been developing a strategy to make sure high quality bereavement services are produced for years to come.  The absence of strategy has led to several challenges, including limited burial space, deteriorating infrastructure and outdated funding...
Hagglers corner host percussion led show as part of its plan to bring more diverse music to Sheffield

Hagglers corner host percussion led show as part of its plan to bring more diverse music to Sheffield

by Jane Ampiah | Apr 4, 2025 | Charity, Community

Senegalese percussionist Dudù Kouate and award winning Manchester ensemble Nomad will perform an intimate seated show at the venue Hagglers Corner. The performance, showcasing on 11th April, will be a fusion of Celtic folk, jazz and African influences. Drawing from...
Councillor Crossland on the upcoming public spaces protection order

Councillor Crossland on the upcoming public spaces protection order

by Sophie Street | Apr 4, 2025 | Community, News, Top Story 3 - Home Page sub 2

On Monday 7th April a public spaces protection order will be imposed in Sheffield City Centre. Councillor Kurtis Crossland believes that this will be a positive step forward for the city. He said; “I think that Sheffield is one of the safest cities when you look at...
Campaign group chosen to talk at Sheffield debate festival

Campaign group chosen to talk at Sheffield debate festival

by Arko Dutta | Apr 4, 2025 | Community, News, Politics, Watch

Catcalls of Sheffield is part of the lineup of community leaders and groups who are due to speak at this year’s Festival of Debate. The Festival of Debate is an annual festival in Sheffield that brings together discussions, talks, and events focused on politics,...
‘Grow a Row’ scheme will feed locals from gardens to allotments across Sheffield

‘Grow a Row’ scheme will feed locals from gardens to allotments across Sheffield

by Emily Robbins | Apr 3, 2025 | Community, News

Food Works are relaunching a scheme where locally grown food will be made into healthy ready meals sold on a ‘pay-what-you-can-afford’ basis. Food Works is a social enterprise that aims to build a more sustainable food system in Sheffield by repurposing...
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