Communities
Fireworks target houses and cars in Shiregreen
Members of the Shiregreen community have voiced concerns over dangerous fireworks. A Shiregreen resident, who wishes to remain anonymous, said: “Youths have been firing fireworks at our houses and cars. “This has occurred for three consecutive nights at random times...
Sheffield rape survivor hits back at “tick box” police plan
A Sheffield survivor of a paedophile ring has spoken out against the new police initiative to support the black community, claiming it’s “tick boxing” and “absolute rubbish”. South Yorkshire Police launched a new Race Action Plan in conjunction with their annual Black...
Women’s Ministry demands change for women
The Sheffield Women and Girls Night-Time Safety Charter has urgently called venues and businesses across Sheffield to take action gender based violence. This comes after the Domestic and Sexual Abuse and Violence Against Women and Girls annual report revealed that...
Youth homelessness showcased in Sheffield
Roundabout Roses art installation has raised awareness of youth homelessness in the city by highlighting each young person’s unique journey. The display ran by Roundabout, South Yorkshire’s youth homelessness charity, featured 1,800 handmade roses, one for every young...
Housing changes a ‘crisis’ for the vulnerable
Spiralling council house rent and new government measures on who can buy social housing is stopping integrating the vulnerable back into society, a Sheffield charity has claimed. Changes announced by Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner, in addition to the increased...