It is with real sadness that we announce the SMART Prebend Centre will close at the end of Thursday 1 October 2026. This has been an extremely difficult decision and one we have not taken lightly. We have made this
This year’s Alcohol Awareness Week runs from 6 to 12 July and is focused on the theme “Alcohol and me”. It is a chance to pause and think about the role alcohol plays in our lives, our health, our relationships
Disability Pride Month began in Boston, USA, in 1990, the same year the Americans with Disabilities Act was passed. Since then, it has grown into a global movement. It is a time to recognise disabled people’s experiences, rights, resilience and
Unsafe rented homes are being targeted under new government powers. From 22 June 2026, councils can issue fines of up to £7,000 where landlords fail to fix serious hazards in private rented homes. These hazards include severe damp and mould,
People experiencing homelessness in England will be offered free NHS flu vaccinations from autumn 2026, following new government guidance. The offer will include people sleeping rough, as well as those staying in homeless hostels and night shelters. This is an
⚠️ Temperatures are expected to rise again this week, reaching around 38°C on Tuesday and Wednesday. High humidity is also expected, which means this heatwave is likely to feel more intense and uncomfortable than the last one. Warm overnight temperatures,
