Ed Sheeran and students from Red Tape Studios
Global star Ed Sheeran surprised young, aspiring musicians at the iconic Red Tape Studios in Sheffield on Thursday. The Shape of You star met with young people to speak about their experiences and their ambitions for their careers.
Cllr Tom Hunt, Cllr Shaffaq Mohammed and Cllr Douglas Johnson
Sheffield Council’s new administration has been formally announced at the AGM on Wednesday (15th May), with a collaboration between Labour, the Liberal Democrats and the Green Party.
Cllr Tom Hunt will continue as Leader of the Council for the second year, and Cllr Fran Belbin will be Deputy Leader, both from the Labour Party. Cllr Hunt said after the announcement that “we will continue the work we have started over the past 12 months”.
Right Worshipful Lord Mayor of Sheffield Cllr Jayne Dunn
Cllr Jayne Dunn has been voted in as the new Right Worshipful Lord Mayor of Sheffield and inaugurated at our Annual General Meeting.
Attendees in the chamber included Cllr Nabeela Mowlana, who said the new Lord Mayor “exemplified the qualities of a true leader” and was a person who “acts with integrity” and “unwaivering dedication”.
Jayne is the city’s 127th Lord Mayor and welcomed her role by saying “I am truly honoured to have been elected as the Lord Mayor of Sheffield” in the chamber.
A new approach to how the public can submit questions for Council meetings will be introduced to make decision making more accessible.
At the AGM, councillors approved proposals to alter how the public interact with the Council’s committees in a bid to encourage more citizen involvement in Sheffield’s democracy.
To improve public access to committees and decision making, in the future, committees will allow members of the public to join remotely to ask questions or read statements as well as being able to attend committee meetings in person.
Savills Barbers is a multi-award-winning barber brand in Sheffield and this significantly bigger venue is set to become its new flagship store, following relocation from Devonshire Street. It will remain the twin outlet in the Savills Barbers group, alongside the Bricky Row Barbershop in Totley, Sheffield.
Around 50 people took to the streets of Sheffield to say a big ‘thank you’ to everyone that works tirelessly across the city as a foster carer to look after vulnerable youngsters.
Our foster care teams organised the Foster Care Walk.
Watch a video of the walk below.
We would like to say a great big ‘thank you’ to all of our wonderful foster carers during Foster Care Fortnight 2024.
Spearheaded by The Fostering Network, Foster Care Fortnight is an annual campaign to raise the profile of fostering and show how foster care transforms lives.
This year’s theme is #FosteringMoments, and we are sharing the stories and experiences of some of those who have dedicated so much time to helping children across the city who require it.
In his, foster carer Mick Lewis says he “just wanted to help” when he set out on his foster care journey.
You can also watch a video of Mick telling his story below.
Local people, from all of Sheffield’s communities, are being asked to make their contribution to a new Culture Strategy for the city, and what the focus of the strategy should be.
They’ll be asked how culture should be celebrated for the benefit of local people and visitors alike, as well as what changes, skills and knowledge are needed to ensure the arts sector, and people apart of it, can flourish.
We're taking action to improve safety for cyclists and pedestrians with new parking rules, which start on Monday 20 May. Avoid penalty charges and find out about the changes that drivers need to know about.
Next week, leaders are heading to UKREiiF 2024 to showcase Sheffield as a global, green, and growing city that is delivering dynamic spaces to work, live, and play.
Throughout the three-day program, we will present our commitment to reshaping the city centre and the next phase of growth through strategic investments in skills, education, housing, and transport infrastructure.
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We are installing a plaque in the entrance of the Town Hall to commemorate the Street Tree Campaign in recognition of those who fought for our environmental heritage and were vindicated.
We’re looking for people to join a small, time-limited group to help develop and lead a process to make a recommendation to the Strategy and Resources Committee.
Our Family Hubs offer support to all families. Come to us from pregnancy, throughout childhood, through the teenage years, and into young adulthood.
Register today and find out how we can help you.
We’re halfway through Foster Care Fortnight. On our social channels, we’re sharing some of our foster carers’ favourite moments.
These touching memories are a beautiful reminder of why foster carers do what they do. The great impact they make to the lives of Sheffield children is truly something to reflect on and celebrate.
To find out more about fostering with us, visit our website or call 0114 273 5075.
Do you work for a home care provider in Sheffield, or know someone who does? The new Care and Wellbeing Service starts in June.
If you work for a home care provider find out if the new Care and Wellbeing Service affects you and what it means for your employment. The new service does not affect all staff.
When it comes to paying the charge for driving into Sheffield's Clean Air Zone (CAZ) don't get caught out by bogus payment portals. Pay securely online via the government's payment system.
Learn more and view the CAZ boundary map on our dedicated webpage.
Our cost of living information hub has lots of support links in one place.
Contributing to your community could provide a wonderful sense of fulfilment. We are actively seeking reading volunteers willing to dedicate just one hour per week to help children and young people in Sheffield enhance their literacy and communication skills.
Check whether your children are fully vaccinated and take up the offer of an MMR vaccine. If you are in Sheffield, free drop-in clinics are available – no need to book.
Community and cultural organisations in Sheffield can apply for a grant of up to £25k for energy-efficient upgrades including lighting, heating, insulation, boilers, and more.
These upgrades can save you money on utility bills while contributing to a more sustainable future.
With one-to-one support available, you can register you interest and learn more below.
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