PCS Union Strikes today amid ‘ideological war’ with the Government

by Daniel Platts | Apr 28, 2023 | News, Politics, Top stories

The PCS Trade Union are striking today up and down the country as they continue to press the Government for change. Outside St Paul’s this morning (credit: twitter – @pcs_union) The Public and Commercial Services Union is the sixth biggest trade union in...

What Is May Day? Sheffield celebrates International Workers Day

by Charlie Howell | Apr 28, 2023 | News, Politics, Top Story 3 - Home Page sub 2

This Monday’s May Day bank holiday may just seem like another day off school and work for many. But May Day is steeped in history which will be celebrated this weekend across the world and in Sheffield. What is May Day? May Day is a yearly celebration on the 1st of...

Gambling white paper set to be first shake up to regulation in nearly 20 years

by Charlie Martin | Apr 27, 2023 | Charity, News, Politics

The white paper on gambling published Thursday suggests new limits and regulations affecting how much an individual can spend gambling.  According to charity ‘Gambling with Lives’, currently up to 1.4 million people are addicted to gambling in the UK and up to...

Ukrainians celebrate environmental solidarity in Sheffield

by Charlie Martin | Apr 27, 2023 | Environment, Politics

As Earth Day was celebrated across the globe this year, so was ‘EcoUnity’ with Ukraine. 34 cities in 19 different countries, including Sheffield, campaigned to stop the ecocide perpetuated by Russia.  Over the weekend a group of Ukrainian activists came together...

Sky-high inflation and interest rates impacting Sheffield locals

by Adam Husicka | Mar 31, 2023 | News, Politics, Top Story - Home Page Lead, Watch

Inflation rates have hit 40-year highs, and interest rates have been raised to their highest level in 15 years. As well as individuals, businesses have been affected through wider implications on the economy, with people cutting back on spending as a result of the...

Where, when and how do I vote? All you need to know about the Sheffield local elections

by Adam Husicka | Mar 31, 2023 | Community, News, Politics, Top Story - Home Page Lead, Top Story 2 - Home Page sub 1

Elections are just around the corner for large parts of the UK, including Sheffield. Here’s a full run down of what to expect and how to prepare. When are the elections? The local elections will be held on Thursday 4th of May 2023, with polling stations open...