Mind your language: Sheffield leads UK’s first swear census
The UK’s first swear word census has been launched by linguists at the University of Sheffield, aiming to document the way people express themselves across the UK.
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Sheffield City Council “forced” into changing tree felling approach, says environmentalist
A Sheffield tree warden has called Sheffield City Council’s decision to hire three forestry project development officers a “great victory”. John Miller, 48, who has been volunteering as a tree warden since December 2020, said: “Ultimately, it was very little to do...
Sheffield City Council “forced” into changing tree felling approach, says environmentalist
A Sheffield tree warden has called Sheffield City Council’s decision to hire three forestry project development officers a “great victory”. John Miller, 48, who has been volunteering as a tree warden since December 2020, said: “Ultimately, it was very little to do...
Open Gardens: “there is a huge and increasing appetite to visit inspirational outdoor spaces”
Following the many months that everyone was forced to stay inside, ticket sales are growing exponentially for a scheme allowing visitors to beautiful private gardens for fundraising purposes. Open Gardens, is part of the National Garden Scheme which was set up in the...
“My initial reaction was shock and then the fear set in”. – Locals react to recent South Yorkshire gun violence.
Following the fatal shooting of Khuram Javed, locals have come forward to express their fears of gun violence in the South Yorkshire region. The crime which happened on April 10 has left many fearful about the level of gun crime in the city. Linda Ozola, 22, a media...
Driving tests resume today after Covid-19 delays
Driving tests are resuming again in parts of the UK today after being on hold for several months this year. Tests had been on pause since January as a result of Covid-19 restrictions but are now allowed to restart again in England and Wales. More than 450,000 exams...
Region reacts to UK fast-track of climate goals
A promise to commit to stronger climate change goals from Downing Street has been met with mixed reactions in South Yorkshire. The targets, set to become law in June 2021, include cutting carbon emissions by 78 per cent by 2035, bringing forward the government’s...
Talks of a ban on drinking within parks in Sheffield after litter madness
Additional measures are set to be put in place for Endcliffe Park visitors, amid talks of a ban on drinking in parks within Sheffield. Large gatherings in parks have seen an increase in the last few weeks following changes to the government guidelines. With many...
Climate group urges people to attend Sheffield Environment Hustings this week
Sheffield Climate Alliance are urging people to attend the Sheffield City Council Elections Environment Hustings throughout the week. The climate-focused events are being held online and there are six meetings, giving people the chance to ask their local candidates...
