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Over a year on from the launch of Sheffield City Council’s Clean Air Zone, annual average data for 2023 shows that the level of nitrogen dioxide (NO2) from road traffic pollution has fallen significantly across Sheffield.
A 16 per cent reduction in NO2 has been observed across the CAZ area since its launch. Beyond the CAZ area, an average NO2 reduction of 21 per cent has also been observed across the wider Sheffield district in 2023.
Sheffield General Cemetery Trust with Kurtis Crossland, Chair of the Communities, Parks and Leisure Policy Committee
Pound's Park and the Sheffield General Cemetery have been awarded the coveted Green Flag Award – the international quality mark for parks and green spaces join 16 other Sheffield parks in achieving the coveted Green Flag status.
Cllr Ben Miskell Chair of the Transport, Regeneration and Climate Committee, visits Juno Books
Grants of up to £35,000 are available as part of the second round of funding to support local businesses and organisations in reviving empty shops and adding to the ongoing transformation work that is now well underway.
The transformation and regeneration of the Fargate area is at the centre of Sheffield City Council’s plans to reimagine the city centre into a cleaner, greener, and more vibrant area for people to live, work and relax.
The creation of a world-class children’s health research and technology centre at the Sheffield Olympic Legacy Park could move a step closer to becoming reality if Sheffield City Council approve an agreement for a lease of the proposed Council owned site.
The courts have undergone extensive work to ensure viability for years to come, including resurfacing and repainting, the installation of new fencing and nets, and a new gate system.
Plans are in place for all councils across England to make recycling easier and to help the planet.
From 31st March 2026, plastic pots, tubs, trays, cartons, aluminium foil, and aerosols will be recycled with plastic films to follow by 31st March 2027.
Sheffield's Family, Adult and Community Education Service (FACES) has been given the go ahead to accept funding from the Adult Skills Fund.
At this weeks Economic Development and Skills Committee, councillor's agreed the service could accept the 2024/25 Adult Skills Fund grant allocation, from the South Yorkshire Mayoral Authority.
Hear from the Director of Public Health Greg Feel about what the latest air quality data in Sheffield means for the city and its residents.
With Tramlines Festival just weeks away (26th - 28th July), event organisers have announced a series of community-focused initiatives, which nurture local talent, support environmental sustainability, and boost local businesses.
Tramlines is investing in the future of Hillsborough Park, with a donation of £5,000 that will fund the planting of new trees, enhancing the park’s green credentials and ensuring that the park remains a welcoming green space for all.
The transformation project, named Future Sheffield, is set to modernise how the organisation delivers on its priorities in the most time-effective and cost-effective way over the next three to five years.
The ambitious transformation will deliver better customer service experiences for Sheffield residents and businesses. In the coming years you can expect to see a new look to our website, which will be quicker and easier to use, more self-service options, an automated chat, a customer account function and overall quicker outcomes for anyone who interacts with the Council.
The Sheffield Grand Prix – Sheffield's very own city centre cycle race – took place this week (Wednesday 17th July) for its 10th year.
The event is part of the British Cycling National Circuit Race Series, attracting the UK’s top teams and riders to race around the 1.4km city centre circuit.
Bringing together partner organisations from across the country at The Workstation, the event saw key speakers included representatives from government departments and local community organisations that work with rough sleepers.
All partners came together one key aim – how to all move forward and improve outcomes for rough sleepers.
Sheffield’s Disability Sports Network has been awarded funding from the National Lottery Community Fund to increase opportunities for disabled people in Sheffield to take part in sport and physical activity.
A proportion of the funding will be used to put on inclusive sport events in 2024 and beyond. These events aim to give more disabled people the opportunity to come and try a variety of sports at the English Institute of Sport.
Sheffield City Council is seeking views on its updated gambling policy.
This policy will guide the Licensing Authority when considering applications for gambling and will provide guidance to applicants, objectors, Responsible Authorities (those that the Council consults with on applications) and any other interested party on the approach to gambling in the City.
The draft policy is on ‘Have Your Say Sheffield’ where you can read the draft policy and provide your comments on the consultation.
The consultation ends on Saturday 31st August 2024.
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