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Welcome to this week's edition of the Your Life Doncaster newsletter, where we round up all of the latest Doncaster news and information from the last week that matters to you.
 We need your vote!
Doncaster has made it to the six-strong shortlist to become the headquarters of Great British Railways. Following strong applications from 42 local authorities across Britain, the city of Doncaster is now one of just a handful remaining before a public vote.
YOU can now vote on which location you think should be Great British Railway's new HQ!
The results of the public vote will be used to measure the level of public support for each location, and will be considered as part of final decision making.
100 Days 'til Kick Off
The countdown until the world's best stars battle it out at the biggest, best & most inclusive Rugby League World Cup is on!
The excitement is building ahead of Doncaster's three men's group games in October.
Doncaster’s Eco-Power Stadium will host:
- Monday 17 October: France v Greece
- Sunday 23 October: Samoa v Greece
- Monday 31 October: Papua New Guinea v Wales
Street Scene Open Day
Looking for a job in Doncaster?
Then our Highways and Street Scene team want to meet you!
Pop down to our open day at North Bridge Depot on Saturday 16 July and learn about our variety of full & part-time roles and apprenticeships currently available.
Where possible, attendees are encouraged to register for the event by booking online through Eventbrite or by calling 01302 736800.
Childhood Vaccination Survey
Childhood Vaccination Services are looking for feedback from service users, parents and carers. This survey will aid understanding of the service and helps to find out if it currently meets the needs required or if any improvements could be made.
The survey will close on Friday 22 July 2022.
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Doncaster Young Traders Market
The Young Traders Market is taking place this Saturday (9th July) at Market Place from 10am.
This is a great opportunity to support our younger generation and give a platform to independent businesses owned and operated by young people aged 16-30.
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Coronavirus Reminder
Both nationally and locally COVID rates are going up, with the current rate in Doncaster being almost 200 infections per 100,000 people.
Whilst this is still low in comparison to rates seen throughout the pandemic, it is still the highest we have experienced for a few months and is a reminder that COVID is still around.
With this in mind we should continue protect ourselves and others by staying at home if we have symptoms or test positive and not visiting healthcare facilities or vulnerable friends and family if we have COVID or a possibility of having COVID.
There are simple things we can do in our daily life that will help reduce the spread of coronavirus and other respiratory infections, as well as protecting those at high risk. These include:
- Getting vaccinated
- Letting fresh air in if meeting others indoors
- Practising good hygiene
- Wearing a face covering or a face mask in crowded, enclosed spaces.
Please remember that if you are visiting a hospital, you are required to wear an appropriate face covering.
If you're planning to travel abroad this summer, some countries may still have COVID restrictions. You can check travel requirements on the government website. Practicing hands, face and space as well as reducing your contacts on the lead up to any travel can help to avoid being unwell on holiday or being unable to go.
A Thank You Poem for our Wellbeing Team
Doncaster Council’s wellbeing team has been thanked in a poem written by one of their service users. Wellbeing Officer, Kirsty Werrett, provided support to Glyn during a time of difficulty.
The Wellbeing Team ensures that all residents of Doncaster have access to support, guidance and advice for issues they may be experiencing. They can aid with independence, social isolation, housing, financial exclusion, mental and physical health.
If you are in need of support from our wellbeing team, you can contact them via telephone: 01302 735553 or email: wellbeing@doncaster.gov.uk
To find out more, visit the Wellbeing Team’s dedicated webpage.
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Doncaster Council supports Zero Suicide Alliance training
Opening up and talking about suicide can be hard but it can also save lives.
Doncaster Council is supporting the Zero Suicide Alliance by encouraging residents to attend FREE special training sessions taking place in the city over the summer.
Sessions are via walk-in basis, no need to book. Upcoming trainings are:
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Monday 11 July, 2pm – 5pm. Edenthorpe Library, Bardon Road
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Tuesday 19 July, 1pm-4pm, Hatfield Library, High Street
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Monday 25 July, 10am-2.45pm, Stainforth for All, Church Road
Keeping well in the heat
Get out your summer clothes and put on you sunglasses, it looks like we have some more hot weather on the horizon in Doncaster! Here are some things we can all do to keep well and enjoy the warm weather:
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Keep hydrated: be sure to have plenty of water and cold drinks
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Seek the shade where possible: particularly between 11am-3pm
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Use lots of sunscreen: over factor 30 is best!
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Take some time to relax: try not to do any physical activities that may be too demanding
Let’s also do our best to look out for others in the heat. Make sure babies, children or elderly people are not left alone in stationary cars. Be sure to keep an eye on ill or young people and check in daily with elderly or unwell neighbours, family or friends during hot weather.
Be alert and seek advice if someone is unwell or further help is needed.
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