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York community groups invited to apply for new round of ward funding
Community groups, charities and voluntary organisations across York have until 27 September to apply for the second round of City of York Council ward funding for 2026/27.
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Dunstable tenant turns surplus supermarket food into a lifeline for neighbours
For five years, Harmony has collected surplus supermarket food three times a week and shared it with people in her Dunstable neighbourhood, turning help she once received into practical support for others.
Nottinghamshire groups can get up to £1,000 for projects that cut waste and boost recycling
Community groups, schools and charities across Nottinghamshire have until 14 September to apply for grants supporting practical projects that reduce waste, reuse materials and improve recycling.
New Bolton community shop will combine affordable food, a café and practical support
Community Shop Sunnyside is due to open in Great Lever on 16 September, bringing discounted groceries, a community hub and a café together under one roof.
Middlesbrough’s Class of ’86 reunites to raise money for Gary Parkinson’s care
Former Middlesbrough FC players will reunite at Middlesbrough Town Hall on 10 September for a fundraising evening supporting former teammate Gary Parkinson.
£10m hospitality fund opens to help local pubs, cafés and restaurants grow
A new three-year UK grant scheme will back independent hospitality businesses, bring empty premises back into use and support training, with more than £3 million earmarked for community-pub charity Pub is The Hub.
Free training programme gives Lisburn and Castlereagh community groups practical skills through to March
Volunteers and staff can book free sessions covering funding applications, first aid, safeguarding, governance, data protection, food hygiene, diversity and event marshalling.
Kimberley football club marks 100 years with upgraded community ground
Kimberley Miners Welfare FC has celebrated its centenary after a year of improvements to the Stag Ground, including upgraded floodlights, drainage, pitch barriers and a new pavilion.
Filey community groups invited to apply for new round of council grants
Local organisations serving Filey can now apply for 2026 council grant funding, with applications open until 31 October.
£2.65m Heritage Fund award moves Colchester’s oldest building towards a new community future
Holy Trinity Church has secured £2.65m from The National Lottery Heritage Fund, unlocking the next phase of a £3.4m project to restore Colchester’s oldest standing building and bring it back into everyday community and cultural use.
South Lanarkshire opens £450,000 climate-action fund for community projects
Community groups across South Lanarkshire can now seek typically £5,000–£20,000 for local projects that cut carbon, improve resilience and make neighbourhoods greener.
Mid Suffolk community groups can apply for up to £10,000 as Progress Power fund reopens
Community organisations in Eye, Mellis, Thrandeston, Yaxley and Brome & Oakley can apply for grants of £250 to £10,000 until 31 October 2026.
New Sandwich community fund opens with grants of up to £5,000
A new legacy-backed fund is inviting charities, schools and community groups in Sandwich to apply for projects supporting health, connection, children and the local environment.
Warrington opens its doors for ten days of free heritage discovery
Heritage Open Days returns to Warrington from 11 to 20 September, with historic venues, guided walks, policing history, bell ringing, rugby heritage and rare behind-the-scenes access to Parr Hall.
South Norfolk community groups can apply for up to £10,000 to improve local greenspaces
A fresh round of South Norfolk Council’s Nature Conservation Fund is offering grants for community-led projects that help wildlife, climate resilience and access to greener places.
Plug-in solar becomes available in Great Britain for the first time
New rules mean plug-in solar panels can now be used in England, Scotland and Wales, potentially opening small-scale renewable generation to more households.
£1.25m boost takes Newcastle cancer trials institute beyond £28m raised
A Wolfson Foundation grant has moved the planned Sir Bobby Robson Institute closer to completion, with construction under way on the specialist cancer clinical trials centre.
£156,000-a-year wind farm fund will support communities in the Scottish Borders
Communities near Bowbeat Wind Farm are set to receive £156,000 each year through a new benefit fund running alongside the wind farm's planned extended operation.
Free Leyland health event brings checks, advice and 40-plus organisations under one roof
Residents can access free health MOTs, professional advice and dozens of health and community organisations at the Leyland Health Mela.
Record £24.9m community investment backs nearly 1,300 projects across UK and Ireland
SSE says its community investment programme supported nearly 1,300 projects, helping create jobs, tackle fuel poverty, improve community assets and open up opportunities for young people.
£47m fund will back community organisations working to prevent homelessness
A new England-wide fund will support voluntary, community and faith organisations providing practical help to people experiencing or at risk of homelessness.
Carers in Bedfordshire expands independent support after major service change
The Bedfordshire charity says it is continuing and developing its support for unpaid carers despite the end of a long-running local authority contract.
Luton approves £18.9 million fund focused on jobs, prevention and stronger neighbourhoods
A three-year resilience fund will invest in employment, homelessness prevention, independent living, young people and safer, cleaner neighbourhoods.
£22 million UK programme backs human-based science to reduce reliance on animal testing
New investment includes a £20 million centre for miniature human organs and nine projects exploring alternatives including beating heart cells and AI drug modelling.
Every London GP practice now offers self-swab cervical screening
Self-swab cervical screening has been rolled out across all 1,100 London GP practices, giving more women another way to take part in screening.
Stem cell treatment improves sight in first trial for previously untreatable rare eye condition
Patients with aniridia-related keratopathy experienced improved vision after a first-in-human stem cell treatment developed at UCL and Moorfields.
Eight volunteering festivals will help East Hampshire residents find ways to get involved
Community events across East Hampshire are bringing volunteering opportunities into towns and villages so residents can meet organisations face to face.
Grain-of-rice-sized light chip could help power faster 6G networks
Loughborough researchers have demonstrated a tiny microcomb system capable of generating precisely spaced light frequencies for communications and quantum technology.
Scotland reviews IVF rules with aim of widening NHS fertility access
A national review will examine access for single women, blended families, fertility preservation and people waiting for donor eggs or sperm.
Strabane moves ahead with bid to become the UK's first Town of Culture
Work is progressing on Strabane's shortlisted bid for the new UK Town of Culture 2028 title, putting local creativity and community identity on a national stage.
Early health checks give Dudley patients more time to get ready for surgery
A new NHS screening service identifies health concerns earlier in the waiting period, giving patients more time and support to prepare for planned operations.
New cancer exercise resource is designed specifically for people with learning disabilities and autism
A cancer-specific physical activity resource aims to make movement advice more accessible to people with learning disabilities and autistic people.
Stockport NHS catering duo reach national Chef of the Year final
Chef Owen Stafford and retail assistant Lauren Carter have reached the final of the NHS Chef of the Year competition after progressing through a competitive field.
UCLH patients give hospital care one of London's strongest national survey scores
Patients rated their overall UCLH care 8.7 out of 10, placing the trust second among London's general acute trusts and fifth nationally.
Bath Spa University earns Mental Health Charter Award for whole-university approach
Bath Spa has been recognised through the University Mental Health Charter for work embedding mental health and wellbeing across university life.
Nine Torbay heritage projects receive grants to bring local history to life
Grassroots projects across Torbay are receiving heritage funding designed to strengthen local pride and people's connection with the places around them.
Oxford researchers win funding to pursue drugs that could prevent inherited bowel cancer
Cancer Research UK funding will support drug discovery aimed at preventing cancer in people with inherited polyposis syndromes.
£500,000 grant will help Durham researchers protect fragile heritage without damaging it
New specialist imaging equipment will let researchers investigate archaeological objects less invasively and study heritage threatened by climate change.
UK volunteers help build a new living map of the nation's seaweed
Thousands of sightings collected through citizen science are powering an interactive map that helps researchers understand how coastal ecosystems are changing.
Pollinator project creates 4.2 hectares of nature-rich habitat across Cumbria
A council and wildlife trust partnership has won a DEFRA award after transforming 22 sites into meadows and community gardens for pollinators and people.
Notting Hill Carnival marks 60 years of Caribbean culture and community
London's landmark Carnival is celebrating its Diamond Jubilee with a year-long programme and a weekend expected to draw around two million people.
Online MenB booking expands so eligible young people can arrange both vaccine doses themselves
The NHS National Booking Service now lets eligible young people book either MenB dose online, making it easier to complete the two-dose vaccination course.
£106,500 study will explore why inflammatory bowel and coeliac conditions are missed or diagnosed late
Crohn’s & Colitis UK and Coeliac UK are jointly funding research using anonymised NHS records to study diagnosis patterns, inequalities and missed opportunities for earlier care.
Crews reduce appliances at Suffolk wildfire as National Trust launch fundraiser
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Arctic to Africa fundraiser's next adventure? The M25
An athlete who finished an epic 61-day triathlon from the Arctic to Africa last week has set his sights on something far less glamourous for his next fundraiser - the M25. Matthew Hollingham, from ...
Glasgow misses new affordable homes target as construction costs rise
Targets for the delivery of new affordable homes in Glasgow were missed last year, with construction hampered by rising costs. The Scottish government provided £127.75m for the city's affordable ...
Dorset Council: Sherborne Library has reopened to the public
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Creative climate action projects get funding boost
Arts and culture programme The Leap chose 17 organisations to receive funding to support projects which address climate change while strengthening local communities. Among them are a musical ...
Nature reserve hit by 10 fires in a few weeks
A nature reserve had suffered 10 fires in recent weeks, causing damage to precious habitats and leaving volunteers distressed. Sheffield & Rotherham Wildlife Trust (SRWT) said it believed the fires at ...
Northern Irish developer plans to deliver 170 social homes in Belfast
A Northern Ireland property developer is planning to deliver 170 social homes in Belfast on a site previously earmarked for student accommodation. Lotus Property said it has lodged a proposal of ...
A look inside city museum ahead of its reopening
Hull Maritime Museum will reopen to the public this Saturday after being closed for six years Hull Maritime Museum is getting ready for its big reopening this Saturday after six years of being closed ...
£300k pledged to create 'lasting legacy for nature'
Hundreds of thousands of pounds have been pledged to two community projects to help create a "lasting legacy for nature that is truly unique". The East Suffolk Trust has awarded more than £300,000 to ...
New affordable homes plan at site of former Leeds care home
Find, save and share Public Notices that affect you in the area. A former care home site could be turned into affordable homes after plans were drawn up by the council. Twenty-one flats could be built ...
Meet the volunteers helping stranded hikers in the Scottish Highlands
Tower Ridge from the summit of Britain's tallest mountain, Ben Nevis, in the Lochaber area of the Scottish Highlands, Scotland (PA) Mountain rescue callouts across the UK are rising significantly, ...
Scottish Fundraising Awards 2026 shortlist announced
Scottish Fundraising Awarwds 2025. Photo: CIOF Scotland. Fundraisers and charities across Scotland are to be recognised for their outstanding achievements after being shortlisted for the Scottish ...
Sunderland Sheepfolds housing plans get nearly £28m Homes England investment
More than 350 new homes are said to have been "unlocked" by a £27.7m investment by Homes England into the development of Sunderland's Sheepfolds neighbourhood. The Government's housing and ...
Swansea Council in agreement to acquire more than 140 homes
Stuart Phillips (Persimmon Homes West Wales managing director) Andrea Harrington (deputy leader and cabinet member for transformation), Andrew Williams (cabinet member for development), Jill Goddard ...
Hull Maritime Museum: Reopening 'worth the wait' as council leader hails 'world class visitor experience'
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New funding to 'restore pride' in local high streets
Businesses, charities and community groups across Greater Manchester will soon be able to apply for a share of a new £20m fund aimed at improving local high streets. Mayor Bev Craig announced the Good ...
Newbury Racecourse Station reveals impressive new mural created through a community project
There’s a vibrant fresh new look to Newbury Racecourse on-site station following a community collaboration. The project involved the Racecourse, Great Western Railway, Berkshire Youth and City Arts ...
Blackburn scheme offers affordable housing for NHS workers
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The volunteers providing meals and help to wildfire crews
Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The charity, which relies on donations, is supporting fire crews with hot food and drinks on the ground [Rapid Relief Team] "We ...
12-hour walking football tournament in south Essex helps raise almost £5,000
More than 70 players have come together in Shoebury for a 12-hour charity football match in support of Prostate Cancer UK ...
Magellan Aerospace staff boost for Dynamic Wrexham
Team members from Magellan Aerospace Wrexham successfully completed the National Three Peaks Challenge in support of Dynamic Wrexham - Dynamic Centre for Children and Young People ...
Maritime volunteers join River Tyne clean-up
Maritime volunteers have taken to the River Tyne as part of a multi-agency operation to clean up thousands of small… | North East | Environment | Environment | Community | ...
Cambridgeshire residents lead effort to tackle speeding
Residents are taking the lead in making their roads safer by tackling speeding head-on. In Cambridgeshire, more than 1,000 volunteers are involved in the Community Speedwatch scheme, which aims to ...
Golf network tees up £22,500 charity boost
A North East corporate golf network has raised more than £22,500 for two regional charities, taking its total fundraising beyond… | North East | Culture | Golf | Charity | Community | Donation | ...
1000 new homes planned for empty land in North Glasgow
Ambitious plans to create 1000 homes in a decades-old derelict land site in Glasgow are set to be approved this week.
Greater Anglia to fund 33 railway and community projects
Train operator Greater Anglia has awarded grants totally £350k to 33 community-led projects from its Customer and Community Improvement Fund (CCIF).
Age UK calls for bucket collection volunteers in Redditch and Bromsgrove
Age UK North Worcestershire is appealing for volunteers to help with supermarket bucket collections across the district between September and December.
Bradford charity fundraiser Nazim Ali shortlisted for award
A DEDICATED Bradford fundraiser who has raised more than £1.6 million for charity has been shortlisted for a national award.
Lottery funding helps Corby wellbeing garden grow year-round
The lottery funding will support Green Minds, a community gardening project at Corby's Willowbrook Wellbeing Garden that helps people improve their wellbeing through nature, garde ...
Round Norfolk Relay to support the East Anglian Air Ambulance in 2026
More than 1,000 runners from Norfolk and beyond are preparing to take on one of the county’s best-known endurance events.
Carlisle Foodbank founder leaves £1m to Cumbria Community
Caroline Adams, development manager at CCF, said: "We were absolutely stunned and delighted to learn that Rachael Rodway had left this incredible gift in her will to Cumbria Commu ...
Kidderminster couple fundraiser for bereavement ward
Now, Callum and Leigh are determined to raise awareness about stillbirths, and organised a fundraising day on August 7 to raise over £4,000 for the Worcestershire Maternity Bereavement Ward.
‘I came to the Highlands to give something back to the hills’: a volunteering trip in Scotland
I found two days of hard graft – repairing hiking paths with a conservation trust in stunningly remote Wester Ross – a surprisingly rewarding experience ...
Newport community garden has grown into a thriving space
A once underused patch of land in Newport has been transformed into a thriving community garden. The project, based at Raven House Trust in the city, began as a small, grant-funded idea and has since ...
Charity Golf Day at Barton-on-Sea Golf Club has raised over £30,000 for Oakhaven Hospice with a guest appearance by footballing legend Bruce Grobbelaar
A charity golf day has raised over £30,000 for Oakhaven Hospice with a guest appearance by footballing legend Bruce Grobbelaar a highlight.
Work begins on 84-home East Hull scheme
Work has begun on 84 “much-needed” affordable homes as part of a major regeneration programme in East Hull. National partnership housing… | Construction | Yorkshire & The Humber | Community | Local Au ...
East Hampshire climate grant helps fix up repair café
A new repair café where residents can get broken belongings fixed and learn how to repair items themselves has been launched with the help of a £10,000 climate grant.
Search for new rural bus service operator goes on
Ability closed in April because of a lack of funding and a permanent home [West Northamptonshire Council] The search for a new operator to bring back a community bus service would require further work ...
'Our park has come alive again' - Community celebrates Hull park reopening
Significant improvements to a local park have transformed the space, ensuring it has become a more accessible and safer space for both young and old. Sculcoates Park has undergone significant ...
Volunteers praised as Callander Primary School nears completion
Volunteers and Kier Construction praised for community work during Callander Primary School build, supporting local charities. Stirling ...
Highlands and Islands Enterprise report £3.8m investment in projects across Moray
Logie Timber also secured a £30,000 contribution towards the cost of new solar PV modules for the company’s sawmill building at Dunphail. Fifty local community projects received support, including a ...
£40k funding helps Burnham Community Centre finish new solar roof and cut heating costs
Burnham-On-Sea Community Centre has just completed the latest phase of a project to extend its use of solar energy and make the building more efficient, which has already led to a reduction to its ...
Berkshire HIV and LGBTQ+ charity 'incredibly grateful' for six-figure lottery boost
A charity supporting people living with HIV and LGBTQ+ communities across Berkshire is ‘incredibly grateful’ for a six-figure windfall from the National Lottery Community Fund.
Share offer for UK’s biggest community development passes first target
A crowdfunder for an ambitious plan to bring a 12-acre brownfield site in Frome, Somerset, into community ownership has passed its initial target and is headed for a stretch target of £1.2m. The goal ...
Wolverhampton construction firm secures six-figure funding to scale up
BAX Construction, the Wolverhampton firm behind the transformation of the former Express & Star building, has secured six-figure funding ...
Run South London: new Merton half marathon partners with JustGiving
JustGiving is partnering with Run South London to launch a new closed-road half marathon in the borough of Merton.
DUP happy after EU rebuffs Belfast Council over more european funding
The query from Belfast Council came from a successful motion from SDLP Councillor Séamas de Faoite. He said in May: “The Instrument for Pre-Accession Assistance provided by the European Union roughly ...
I fix cars for a living and put out fires in my spare time
By day, 20-year-old Tyrell Cambridge spends his hours fixing vehicles, but when the tools are down, he swaps the workshop for the fire station. Volunteering as a firefighter for the Peterborough ...
Colchester photographer hosts Cancer Research UK fundraiser
Iyanu Taiwo, 30, founder of Colchester-based Otolorin Photography, is launching the Portraits for a Purpose initiative.
Octopus Capital buys entire 150-home Devon site in first whole-scheme deal
Octopus Capital has purchased an entire 150-home development in Landkey, North Devon, from housebuilder Allison Homes South West in its first whole-site acquisition. The deal represents the first ...
More than 70,000 social and affordable homes to be built as government unveils initial details of £39bn housing plan
A share of nearly £10 billion has been allocated to councils and housing associations in the first wave of Government funding to boost “genuinely affordable homes”, it has been announced. The ...
£1bn government housing boost for North West
The government is to give nearly £1bn to the North West to deliver about 7,500 new homes as part of plans to "build the country out of a housing crisis". A share of up to £10bn has been announced for ...
Glasgow student accommodation project reaches key stage
Unite Students has topped out its £126m Alexander Quay development, which will provide 934 student beds in Glasgow from 2027.
Teen's heartwarming fundraiser for Glasgow hospital charity that has cared for her 'entire life'
16-year-old Connie has been cared for by teams in both Yorkhill and the Royal Hospital for Children her entire life. After birth, she was diagnosed with Spinal Dysraphism and underwent her first major ...
Plans submitted for 25 affordable homes
Plans for 25 affordable apartments on the site of a former care home in Leeds have been submitted for approval. Leeds City Council said it wanted to build the one and two-bedroom homes on Richmond ...
Edinburgh to 'recoup' King's Theatre revamp funding for next 30 years
Millions of pounds of Edinburgh’s visitor levy income will be used for the next 30 years to meet the final cost of refurbishing the city’s historic King’s Theatre. City council chiefs have revealed ...
Thousands raised for Hull-based charity
Hull Trains employees have successfully completed a fundraiser for P.A.U.L For Brain Recovery. The team walked the entire route for the operator from Hull to London King’s Cross to raise nearly £6,000 ...
Asda grants £15,000 to improve Glasgow south side community centre
Crossroads Youth and Community Association in Glasgow’s south side has received a £15,000 grant for building repairs and improvements.
Glasgow community space to undergo major repairs after £15,000 grant
A £15,000 grant is set to transform a community space in Glasgow's south side. Crossroads Youth and Community Association in Glasgow's south side has been awarded the funding by ...
£15,000 Asda grant to improve Glasgow community centre
Crossroads Youth and Community Association in Glasgow’s south side has received a £15,000 grant for building repairs and improvements.
Inverness Airport Run the Runway event for Maggie’s Highlands raises £43,500
A total of 160 people raised the sum of £43,500 in aid of cancer charity Maggie’s Highlands at the latest annual Run the Runway event at Inverness Airport. The fundraiser, which took place on Saturday ...
Armagh breast cancer survivors prepare to wrap up ‘Big Ribbon Fundraiser’, bow-led over by generosity!
Two Armagh friends who underwent their own separate struggles with breast cancer have "come out the other side" with an abundance of energy and ...
Glasgow doctors to swap scrubs for sheet music in charity concert
One of those helping to organise the event is Dr Arthur Doyle, Consultant Renal Physician at the Queen Elizabeth, and concertmaster of the European Doctors' Orchestra. He will be joined by GP Dr ...
Edinburgh ends allocations suspension as progress made to tackle housing emergency
Members of the City of Edinburgh Council's Housing, Homelessness and Fair Work Committee have agreed to end the suspension of the council’s allocations policy as they heard of the positive progress ...
Robertson hands over 44 affordable extra care homes in Fife
Fife Council’s Affordable Housing Programme continues with a new 44-home extra care community in Lochgelly, delivered by main contractor Robertson Partnership Homes. The site, which had remained ...
New medical equipment and more volunteers to support search and rescue response across Worcestershire
The Severn Area Rescue Association (SARA) has upgraded its medical equipment and grown its team of volunteers, after receiving funding through Worcestershire.
Cromer RNLI is encouraging volunteers to get involved
A volunteer is encouraging others to get involved after taking on five different roles at her lifeboat station.
Norfolk Wildlife Trust invites public for fundraiser in 2026
Norfolk Wildlife Trust (NWT) is inviting the public to take part in a sponsored walk at Broadland Country Park on Sunday, October 4, to raise funds for its work protecting the county’s wildlife. Eliot ...
Wolverhampton community centre gets £400k lifeline
Portobello Community Centre in Wolverhampton is to receive a £400,000 makeover as part of efforts to bring the vacant building back into community use ...
Dozens of affordable homes to be built in South Wokingham
A forward sale of 81 homes has been completed at Holme Meadows in South Wokingham, with Vistry selling the properties to housing association VIVID.
Silverburn beach raised £50,000 for Glasgow charity
Flamingo Beach at Silverburn has raised £50,000 for Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity. The seaside inspired attraction created a city-centre escape for families with sand, sun loungers, and a ...
Affordable homes planned at fire-hit Dundee church
A derelict Dundee church gutted by fire nearly a decade ago could soon be transformed into 21 affordable homes, under new plans submitted by Wellwood Leslie Architects. Acting on behalf of George ...
Don't believe the poo we will deliver affordable homes, says Cornwall Council
Organisers of the 'random act of art theatrical protest', which is due to take place on Bank Holiday Monday, have accused the council of going back on a promise to deliver 11 affordable homes as part ...
Kidderminster Habberley Park development completed
A brand-new affordable housing development has been completed in Kidderminster. The final shared ownership properties at Habberley Park have now been sold, marking the completion of a scheme delivered ...
Fundraiser launched to secure crafting shop future
Three best friends are fighting to keep their independent crafting shop alive amid a rise in business costs. The Kiwi Fruit is Cute in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, hosts charity events and hosts free ...
£200,000 boost moves accessible Nairn Links toilet project forward
Plans for a new fully accessible public toilet facility at Nairn Links have taken another step forward after councillors agreed up to £200,000 from the Nairn Common Good Fund.
Focus on engagement to resolve rural housing challenges
New strategies in the East Midlands highlight how community involvement is key to delivering affordable rural housing.
Proposal for new energy facility in Cambridgeshire
Plans for an anaerobic digestion plant on the outskirts of a Cambridgeshire village are currently being considered.
Former volunteer takes on family support role in Glasgow
Eloise McCormack has transitioned from a parent volunteer to a professional family support worker within Glasgow.
Inverclyde loneliness project wins national recognition
A Glasgow-based charity addressing social isolation is being honoured in a joint campaign by The National Lottery and Co-op.
Newcastle United stadium plans link to major investment strategy
The Public Investment Fund is considering a £2 billion development plan for Newcastle, including a new stadium proposal for 2030.
New housing development secured for North Devon
Octopus Capital has purchased a 150-home development site in Landkey from housebuilder Allison Homes.
Plans unveiled for major housing scheme near Sherborne
A planning proposal has been submitted to build 380 homes on a site located on the outskirts of Sherborne.
Birmingham Dogs Home hosts first country music festival
A new charity event is aiming to raise funds for the care of abandoned dogs in the West Midlands.
Glasgow volunteer celebrates half-century with SSAFA
A Pollokshields man has been recognised for his 50 years of dedicated service to the Armed Forces charity.
Cats Protection seeks helpers across North Wales
The national animal welfare charity is looking for recruits in North Wales to assist with its administrative and promotional efforts.
Sunderland considered for defence industry hub
Sunderland has been identified as a potential site for a new enterprise zone aimed at supporting the national defence sector.
Age UK North Worcestershire calls for new volunteers
The charity is seeking enthusiastic individuals to help support its vital work across the county.
Design firm staff join forces for local conservation
Employees from ArchitecturePLB have rolled up their sleeves to help protect native habitats in Hampshire.
New research project targets New Forest biodiversity
A collaborative programme has launched to safeguard the most vulnerable species and habitats within the New Forest.
Swindon man finds new path through volunteering
A Wiltshire resident has credited volunteer work with helping him turn his life around after a long struggle with addiction.
Investment deal secures 150 homes for North Devon
A new agreement has been reached to develop 150 affordable homes in North Devon following a surge in investor interest.
New affordable homes unveiled in Bampton
Eighteen modern, affordable houses have been completed at School Close in Bampton, replacing a group of older council properties.
Hertfordshire hospice asks residents to host tea parties
Rennie Grove Peace Hospice Care is encouraging the community to come together over a cuppa to support local end-of-life services.
Berkshire Search and Rescue hosts MP for training visit
Clive Jones MP met with volunteers in Berkshire to see first-hand how the search and rescue team prepares for emergencies.
Nottingham benefits from £10bn government housing investment
A major new funding package worth £10bn has been unveiled to support housing projects, with Nottingham marked as a site for early delivery.
Sir Chris Hoy backs Glasgow cancer cycling fundraiser
The Olympic cycling champion is partnering with ScottishPower to help boost funds for cancer research through an upcoming cycling event.
Proposal suggests using military housing for homeless veterans
New plans aim to repurpose empty military properties in Wiltshire to provide support for former service personnel.
Community rallies to safeguard Rothbury Estate
Businesses and residents in the North East have joined forces to protect wildlife on the estate.
Areas identified for multi-billion pound affordable housing investment
The government has confirmed the locations set to benefit from the first wave of its latest affordable housing scheme.
London food hub switches to solar power
New Spitalfields Market has completed the installation of rooftop solar panels to generate renewable energy.
Government confirms initial funding for national housing programme
The first £9.6bn of the government’s wider £39bn Social and Affordable Homes Programme has been allocated.
Cumbria charity run to address mental health stigma
The 'Stride Against Suicide' event will return to the region next month to encourage open conversation about wellbeing.
Major Glasgow student housing development hits milestone
Construction on the £126m Alexander Quay project has reached its highest point as work continues on the site.
Few local councils secure strategic partner status in housing programme
New figures from Homes England highlight a reliance on non-council partners for the latest wave of affordable housing funding.
Construction begins on 158 affordable homes in Castleton
A partnership between MCI Developments and L&G Affordable Homes will bring new housing to the Trub Farm site.
Pedigree cattle introduce natural grazing to Rostherne Mere
A local nature reserve in Knutsford is welcoming a herd of Aberdeen Angus cattle to help restore the landscape.
Coventry and region set for 3,000 new social homes
The West Midlands will see a major increase in affordable housing following a significant government funding allocation.
Proposal for veteran housing development in Essex
A social entrepreneur is exploring plans to build 40 affordable homes specifically for veterans near Colchester.
Sheffield green tech firm launches major African energy project
A UK-based company is investing £55 million to help develop renewable energy infrastructure across Africa.
Edinburgh's visitor levy to support historic theatre restoration
City council leaders have confirmed that tourism tax revenue will fund the King’s Theatre refurbishment over the next three decades.
Teesside tribute honours volunteers who fought in Spain
The North East Volunteers for Liberty is highlighting the legacy of local fighters who defended the Spanish Republic.
Multi-billion pound boost for national affordable housing
A major government funding package aims to deliver tens of thousands of new homes across England.
Worcestershire runners smash fundraising target ahead of race
A dedicated group of participants has already raised £7,000 to improve patient experience across local hospitals.
Stirling community group expands food poverty services
A cash injection of £5,000 has enabled a support organisation to reach more families in need.
Wolverhampton charity seeks support for period poverty campaign
A local organisation is appealing to residents to assist with their upcoming annual fundraiser this September.
Duo prepares for charity trek from Wrexham
Two walkers will tackle a gruelling journey this Bank Holiday to raise money for the Dynamic charity.
Wiltshire Council avoids funding shortfall
Proactive savings and a tax adjustment have helped the local authority steer clear of the financial instability facing other UK councils.
Glasgow youth hub receives £15,000 for building upgrades
A vital community space in Glasgow’s south side has secured a grant from the Asda Foundation to fund essential repairs.
Age UK York selected for annual carol concert
The upcoming York Community Carol Concert at the Barbican will shine a spotlight on the work of Age UK York.
Newcastle guitar raffle boosts Northumberland conservation bid
Community members in Heaton are raffling a bespoke instrument to help secure land for the Northumberland Wildlife Trust.
Search and rescue team bolsters medical capabilities
Volunteer responders in Worcestershire have upgraded their life-saving equipment and expanded their ranks to strengthen emergency support.
Norfolk Wildlife Trust plans autumn charity walk
The public is invited to explore Broadland Country Park this October to help raise vital funds for local conservation.
New affordable homes open in Lochgelly
Fife Council has marked the completion of 44 new properties at Minto House to bolster local housing provision.
West Mercia Police calls for volunteer cadet leaders
The force is expanding its youth engagement efforts by seeking new volunteer leaders for its Police Cadets scheme.
South Norfolk communities invited to bid for green space grants
Local groups can now apply for funding of up to £10,000 to enhance their local environments.
New energy-efficient social homes finished in Govan
A development of 43 sustainable homes has been handed over to residents in the Govan area of Glasgow.
Bridgwater health site secures £2.5 million funding boost
Somerset Council has redirected resources to repurpose a historic hospital site for community health use.
Major investment set to deliver 3,100 homes in Liverpool City Region
A significant housing fund of £380 million has been announced to boost the availability of social and affordable properties.
Annual meeting examines the impact of volunteering in the Vale of Glamorgan
Dinas Powys Voluntary Concern hosted its annual gathering to discuss the vital role of local volunteers.
Long Stratton housing project moves to next phase
Updated plans have been submitted for the ongoing development of a large housing estate in Norfolk.
Fife care home site converted into 44 affordable houses
A former care home facility in Fife has been successfully redeveloped into a brand new housing community.
Bristol City initiative partners with police to boost community safety
The Bristol City Robins Foundation has launched a new project to foster deeper collaboration between professional football clubs and local law enforcement.
Hull woman fundraises after breast cancer diagnosis
A travel agent is raising funds to give back to the charities that supported her through treatment and introduced her to a new sport.
Sanctuary Scotland unveils its first Edinburgh housing development
A new project in South Queensferry marks a major milestone for Sanctuary Scotland with the completion of 100 affordable homes.
New Highland wind farm project could power nearly 100,000 homes
Plans for a major wind energy development in the Scottish Highlands have been submitted, aiming to boost renewable energy capacity.
Northern Trust seeks volunteers for bereavement support line
The Northern Health and Social Care Trust is recruiting listeners to provide comfort to grieving families across regional hospitals.
Fundraiser prepares for Wolf Run challenge for Warwickshire animal sanctuary
A dedicated supporter is set to tackle a demanding 10k obstacle course to raise money for a Warwickshire-based animal charity.
Calls for more social housing to support rural Norfolk communities
A local advocate is urging planners to address the shortage of affordable housing to help young people stay in their home villages.
Consett charity receives King's Award for voluntary service
Foundation For Good has been honoured with the prestigious King’s Award for Voluntary Service for its work in County Durham.
St Davids RNLI rescue featured on national television
The bravery of the St Davids RNLI crew was highlighted in a recent episode of the BBC programme Saving Lives at Sea.
London community groups invited to apply for £15,000 environmental grants
Voluntary organisations in London are being offered financial support to revitalise local green spaces and boost biodiversity.
Pembrokeshire hosts family fun day to boost local children's charity
A Pembrokeshire community event is bringing families together this week to raise vital funds for local children.
Push for increased affordable housing in Southwold
Councillor David Beavan has called for urgent action to improve housing availability in the Suffolk town.
Community support grows for toddler battling cancer
A fundraiser is underway for three-year-old Alfie Barrow, who was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer earlier this year.
Addressing London’s housing development targets
The Mayor’s latest draft plan recalibrates how the capital aims to meet its long-term housing requirements.
Cornish sepsis survivor reaches national award finals
A woman who overcame severe health setbacks has been named a national finalist after completing a 700-mile fundraising walk.
Planning and regeneration highlight August in Worcestershire
Key development projects across the county have taken centre stage throughout the month.
Volunteers rally to spruce up Haverfordwest Tennis Club
Haverfordwest Tennis Club received a groundskeeping boost as part of this year's Sport Pembrokeshire Task Force Day.
New befriending initiative launches in Northumberland
Age UK Northumberland has introduced the Enabling Connections programme to provide vital face-to-face support for elderly residents.
Oxfordshire volunteer marks four decades of service
Mavis Shortman was honoured with a surprise 80th birthday party to celebrate her long-standing commitment to Christian Aid.
Penrith firefighters and musicians unite for charity event
An upcoming music event at Rheged will see emergency workers and local artists raising funds for charity.
Stonehouse disability charity secures £10,000 funding
A charity in Stonehouse that helps adults with learning disabilities socialise has expanded its services thanks to a new grant.
Wrexham’s St Mary’s Cathedral receives funding boost for repairs
Crucial restoration work at St Mary's Cathedral has been given the green light following a successful funding campaign.
Charity walk set for Hertfordshire countryside
Supporters will walk a half-marathon distance through Hertfordshire this September to raise funds for homeless youth.
Highland affordable housing project reaches national finals
A community-led housing project in the Highlands has been shortlisted for a major Scottish social enterprise award.
Derry charities collaborate on new LGBTQIA+ cancer support guide
Hive Cancer Support and The Rainbow Project have partnered to produce an inclusive health resource for the LGBTQIA+ community in Derry.
One hundred affordable homes planned for Peterborough
A new housing development in Peterborough will include 100 affordable homes as part of a significant residential expansion.
Watchet residents push for paper mill site regeneration
Local community members have united to champion the redevelopment of the historic Wansbrough paper mill into housing.
Kingsley School celebrates record results and a top-25% national ranking
Kingsley School Devon says its 2026 A Level and vocational results have broken school records for a second year, with an ALPS score placing it in the top quarter nationally for academic achievement.
£17.8m Bridgwater Diagnostic Centre opens to bring NHS tests closer to home
A new £17.8m NHS diagnostic centre has officially opened beside Bridgwater Community Hospital, expanding access to scans and tests in Somerset.
Sunderland rallies around teenager Jude Hazard as family raises money for specialist treatment
Fundraisers across Sunderland are backing 15-year-old Jude Hazard and his family as they seek specialist treatment overseas for a rare heart cancer.
Wolverhampton charity lunch raises nearly £2,000 for four local good causes
A sports-themed mayoral lunch in Wolverhampton raised nearly £2,000 for four local charities supporting young people, community kitchens and grassroots sport.
Emergency-department HIV testing has helped almost 200 Royal Free London patients get diagnosed earlier
Routine blood-borne-virus testing in Royal Free London emergency departments has identified HIV in 198 patients since 2022, allowing earlier specialist treatment and support.
Synthetic sugar molecule points to possible future vaccine and rapid test for drug-resistant hospital fungus
An international team including Exeter researchers has identified a synthetic sugar structure that generated protective immune responses against Candida auris in preclinical work and supported a prototype rapid test.
Manchester scientists find cleaner way to deliver hard-to-move sugars directly into cells
A Manchester team has used tiny boron-based structures to carry water-soluble glycans into cells without relying on potentially harmful organic solvents.
Large UK study finds HRT use associated with lower dementia risk for some groups of women
Researchers analysing more than 180,000 postmenopausal women found HRT use was associated with lower dementia risk, with the strongest associations in certain biological and genetic groups.
Barnet Hospital launches electronic prescriptions from emergency care to make medicine collection easier
Patients discharged from Barnet Hospital's emergency department and urgent treatment centre can now have prescriptions sent electronically to a chosen community pharmacy.
First UK patients begin trial of drug designed to help people stay strong enough for pancreatic-cancer treatment
The Royal Free London has treated the first two UK participants in the RIVER study, testing whether Ponsegromab can reduce severe weight and muscle loss during chemotherapy.
Ultrasonic beam levitates objects from 40cm away, six times the previous one-sided range
Bristol and Tsukuba researchers have demonstrated stable, single-sided acoustic levitation at distances up to 40cm, opening possibilities for handling delicate or hazardous materials without contact.
UK study will build one of the world’s largest menstrual-fluid biobanks
CycleTrack will collect menstrual-fluid samples and daily health data from thousands of women to improve understanding, diagnosis and treatment of heavy menstrual bleeding.
Queen Mary secures £25m to train researchers in health, AI, waste and sustainable technology
Four new doctoral programmes will support around 80 researchers, including widening-participation scholarships and training for healthcare professionals moving into clinical research.
Online MenB booking expands so all eligible young people can arrange both doses
The NHS National Booking Service now allows every eligible young person in the time-limited MenB programme to book a first or second dose online ahead of university and college terms.
Bangor project will use wastewater as a global early-warning system for future pandemics
More than 31 countries have joined a Bangor-led initiative to take synchronised wastewater samples and build a shared picture of pathogens, antimicrobial resistance and population health.
Quantum computers could give scientists a new way to inspect the hidden behaviour of matter
Queen Mary researchers have developed a computational spectroscopy approach using quantum computers to study systems that are difficult for conventional machines to model.
Zero-emission car-sharing clubs expand across Wales with more than 500 members
TrydaNi now operates 13 electric car-sharing clubs across Wales, backed by £1m of public funding and offering members access to vehicles without the full cost of ownership.
New DNA-reading method uncovers another layer of information inside our cells
Cambridge researchers developed SCoTCH-seq, which can read three forms of cytosine across both DNA strands and may eventually improve understanding of cancer and neurodegenerative disease.
Cambridge will lead £50m centre searching for treatments for mitochondrial DNA diseases
A new £50m Medical Research Council centre led from Cambridge will bring researchers, clinicians and patients together to develop therapies for mitochondrial DNA diseases.
Thirteen projects across Scotland's islands share £3m for homes, skills and community hubs
Projects across 12 Scottish islands are sharing £3m for affordable homes, training facilities, community hubs, a permanent veterinary facility and other local infrastructure.
Scotland increases community renewable-energy support to £15m this year
The CARES programme is increasing to £15m, helping more community groups install solar, wind, heat pumps and energy-efficiency measures while cutting bills and emissions.
Food Cardiff expands its board as it plans the city's next three years of healthier, fairer food
Eight new members from farming, healthcare, hospitality, community food and education have joined Food Cardiff's Strategy Board as it develops a new action plan to 2030.
Free Cardiff sessions will help Welsh food start-ups turn kitchen ideas into real businesses
ZERO2FIVE at Cardiff Metropolitan University is offering free sessions covering food safety, finance, sourcing, scaling and market research for new Welsh food manufacturers.
Wales gets its first STEM Racing Centre of Excellence at Cardiff and Vale College
Cardiff and Vale College will open Wales's first STEM Racing Centre of Excellence, giving 11 to 19-year-olds access to engineering equipment, mentoring and hands-on design challenges.
Liverpool City Region secures £380m expected to support 3,100 social and affordable homes
A £380m regional allocation will support around 3,100 new social and affordable homes across Liverpool, Wirral, Sefton, Knowsley, St Helens and Halton.
£529m Greater Manchester allocation is expected to support around 4,400 affordable homes
Greater Manchester has been allocated an estimated £529m in the first wave of the national Social and Affordable Homes Programme, supporting roughly 4,400 homes.
Rochdale scheme will deliver 158 affordable homes backed by £40m investment
MCI Developments and L&G Affordable Homes are delivering 158 homes at Trub Farm in Castleton for social rent and shared ownership.
Edinburgh’s King’s Theatre reopens after four-year restoration with accessibility at its centre
The 120-year-old King’s Theatre has reopened after a major restoration, with improved access, modern stage systems and a community programme shaped while the building was closed.
Work starts on 84 affordable homes as East Hull’s Ings regeneration moves into its next phase
The latest phase of the Ings estate regeneration will deliver 84 affordable-rent and shared-ownership homes alongside green space, play areas and energy-saving features.
NHS Online appoints first chief executive as digital specialist-care service moves towards 2027 launch
Dame Caroline Clarke has been appointed first chief executive of the Online NHS Trust, which is expected to provide up to 8.5 million virtual appointments and assessments in its first three years.
Birmingham researchers map the best sensors for seeing deeper inside the body with light and sound
A review of 82 ultrasound detectors has created a practical guide for improving photoacoustic imaging of blood vessels, tumours and tissue deep inside the body.
Liverpool secures €4.4m to train the next generation of materials innovators
A five-year Horizon Europe programme will train international doctoral researchers in materials chemistry, data science, robotics, AI and advanced manufacturing.
British Transplant Games will bring 1,500 participants to Birmingham in 2027
The University of Birmingham will host athletes, transplant recipients, living donors and families for four days of sport and organ-donation awareness next summer.
Rectal cancer trial allows four in five patients to avoid major surgery
A five-country trial coordinated in Birmingham found chemoradiotherapy with smaller surgery only when needed allowed four in five early-stage rectal cancer patients to keep their rectum.
Three-year Guildford study finds woodland can be 4.5°C cooler during extreme heat
University of Surrey researchers found all six green and blue spaces they monitored were cooler than a built-up site, with woodland showing the strongest protection during heatwaves.
SpongeBob takes on the Smurfs in Hull hockey match raising awareness of fostering
A free fancy-dress hockey fundraiser in Hull is using Team SpongeBob versus The Smurfs to raise money and awareness for fostering services in the city.
Bradford fundraiser passes £1.6m lifetime total after 10K raises enough for 159 goats in Malawi
Nazim Ali's Blackpool 10K raised more than £6,365 for families in Malawi and pushed his 14-year fundraising total beyond £1.6m.
Farsley proposal would turn former care-home site into 25 affordable council flats
Leeds City Council has submitted plans for 25 one and two-bedroom affordable-rent flats on the former Richmond House care-home site in Farsley.
North Devon development switches to 100% affordable housing with 150 homes for local people
A 150-home Landkey development has been purchased by Octopus Capital and will now be entirely affordable, with social rent, affordable rent and shared ownership.
Sheffield battery company plans £55m Nigeria expansion to widen access to solar-powered electricity
MOPO has signed an agreement for investment of up to $75m in Nigeria by 2030, expanding solar-charged battery hubs for communities without reliable grid electricity.
Fife semiconductor firm gets £1.9m grant as £12m expansion backs skilled jobs and apprentices
Clas-SiC Wafer Fab in Lochgelly is investing £12m in expansion, supported by a £1.9m grant for technology used in electric vehicles and renewable energy systems.
Flu bookings open early across Cheshire and Merseyside ahead of winter vaccination programme
Eligible adults can now pre-book NHS flu vaccinations across Cheshire and Merseyside, with appointments starting from September for pregnant women and October for most adults.
Dunwich Heath appeal races towards £500,000 target as recovery work begins to take shape
The National Trust says its emergency appeal for Dunwich Heath has reached nearly three quarters of its £500,000 target, with donations funding safety work, surveys and habitat recovery.
York scientist receives £6m to study the tiny algae doing half the planet’s carbon-catching work
Professor Luke Mackinder has received a ten-year Royal Society fellowship to study how microscopic algae capture carbon so efficiently and whether biology can learn from the process.
£13m programme will train healthcare professionals to turn complex data into better treatments
Liverpool will lead a £13m doctoral programme training clinician data scientists, alongside a wider northern scheme opening research careers to healthcare professionals.
£20m Cambridge hub will use stem cells and AI to make early medicines research more human
A new MRC hub will combine patient-derived organoids, stem cells, bioengineering and AI to improve how potential medicines are tested before clinical trials.
Tiny UK satellite will hide behind the Moon to listen for the universe before its first stars
Cambridge-led CosmoCube will use the radio silence of the Moon's far side to search for a faint hydrogen signal from the cosmic dark ages more than 13.5 billion years ago.
UK flight trial will test whether tiny route changes can cut warming contrails
Operation Blue Skies will use AI forecasts and small altitude changes on North Atlantic flights to test whether persistent warming contrails can be reduced in normal airspace operations.
Bolsover Castle project puts pioneering scientist Margaret Cavendish back into the story
A University of York and English Heritage project is working with local schools, artists and communities to give Margaret Cavendish a lasting place in the interpretation of Bolsover Castle.
North Ayrshire residents will decide how an £82,000 community fund is spent
Community groups can bid for an £82,185 fund, with local residents helping decide which projects receive support.
Paid AI placements are opening research careers to students from disadvantaged backgrounds
A national programme gave 132 students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds paid AI research placements, including ten at Cardiff Met.
Surrey team becomes first to run an experiment with world’s most advanced gamma-ray detector
University of Surrey nuclear physicists have led the first scientific experiment using the $58m GRETA detector at a US rare-isotope facility.
Restored Somerset wetlands stay green through extreme summer heat while surrounding land dries out
National Trust wetland restoration at Holnicote retained water, wildlife and grazing through one of the UK's hottest summers on record.
White-tailed eagles return to Exmoor more than 200 years after disappearing
Six young white-tailed eagles have been released in Exmoor National Park, extending a successful restoration programme into south-west England.
Rutland opens another round of small grants for projects tackling rural isolation
Grassroots groups in Rutland can apply for £500 to £2,000 for projects supporting volunteers, wellbeing, vulnerable residents and stronger rural communities.
Wearable device reveals hidden hormone bursts that could improve diagnosis of a common blood-pressure condition
Bristol-led research found previously hidden hormone spikes in people with primary aldosteronism using a wearable device that samples around the clock.
£2.27m from pollution enforcement will restore rivers, wetlands and trees across the Severn catchment
Environment Agency enforcement agreements are directing more than £2.27m into Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust and Severn Rivers Trust restoration work.
East Dunbartonshire groups can apply for up to £4,000 to tackle isolation and bring people together
A new local fund offers community organisations grants of up to £4,000 for projects supporting wellbeing, families, inclusion and social connection.
Sheffield student founders turn university ideas into £1.4m of investment
Ten student and graduate entrepreneurs have collectively raised £1.4m over three years through ventures supported by the University of Sheffield’s Emerge programme.
Birmingham releases one of the world’s most detailed bladder-cancer datasets to accelerate new treatments
Data from more than 900 de-identified samples with up to 15 years of follow-up is being made available to help researchers develop better bladder-cancer tools and treatments.
New Exeter centre will study how to give children more freedom to play outdoors
A new Outdoor Play Research Centre has launched after research found children now reach nearly 11 before first playing outside unsupervised.
Imperial and Seoul AI Hub launch research partnership linking UK academics with Korean start-ups
A new programme will connect South Korean AI start-ups with Imperial researchers through joint research, exchanges, education and commercialisation support.
Scotland opens UK’s first purpose-built science tower for real-time emissions monitoring
The 100-metre SOAR tower in Angus can measure more than 60 greenhouse gases and air pollutants, giving researchers direct real-time emissions data.
£1.1m fund has backed 211 community projects across the UK in six months
A social-value fund linked to social-housing contracts has supported 211 projects including defibrillators, school visits, financial literacy and small repairs for vulnerable residents.
Manchester more than doubles core funding for 80 voluntary and community organisations
Manchester’s main voluntary-sector fund has risen from £2.4m to £5.5m a year, with £16.5m allocated across three years to 80 organisations.
Newcastle secures £141.4m to build 966 new council homes
Newcastle City Council has become a Homes England strategic partner, securing funding to deliver 966 new council homes over the coming decade.
Leicester puts £4m into brighter streets, public spaces and bringing empty shops back to life
A £4m Leicester package will fund lighting, public-space improvements, vacant-shop support, events infrastructure and better city gateways.
New cultural passport will give young people free creative experiences across York and North Yorkshire
A Cultural Passport programme will fund free arts, culture and heritage experiences for young people aged 11 to 18 from target communities.
Manchester astronomer helps lead NASA mission expected to discover more than 100,000 planets
Dr Eamonn Kerins from the University of Manchester is leading exoplanet research within NASA’s Roman Space Telescope mission.
502 Suffolk learners gain key English and maths GCSE passes, with adult success rising too
Suffolk New College recorded 502 Grade 4+ passes in English and maths across four campuses, including a 13.7% rise in maths passes.
Rare White Park cattle join Castle Howard’s 440-acre nature recovery project
A herd of rare White Park cattle has been introduced to Castle Howard’s Bog Hall Habitat Bank, where conservation grazing will help restore 440 acres.
Sheffield specialist school wins award for making sport work for every pupil
Lotus Academy has been recognised for inclusive physical activity ranging from mountain biking and boxing to swimming, ice skating and abseiling.
Devon opens nominations to celebrate the volunteers who keep grassroots activity moving
The Active Devon Volunteer Awards are inviting nominations for unpaid coaches, organisers, young leaders and teams helping people across Devon stay active and connected.
Cornwall solar farm will generate enough renewable electricity for more than 10,000 homes
The approved 32MW Trerice Solar Farm near St Dennis will combine solar power and battery storage, with new footpaths and community funding planned alongside it.
Wales asks the public to help shape a new ten-year plan for culture, creativity and sport
A public call for evidence is helping shape a new ten-year Welsh culture and sport strategy that will include sport and the creative industries together for the first time.
£20m Greater Manchester fund will back community ideas for local high streets
Businesses, charities and community groups will be able to bid into a £20m Greater Manchester fund for projects improving local high streets.
Coventry author launches three books and gives 100% of her royalties to local charities
Itoro Abigeal Oyewobi has launched three books spanning childhood to working life, with all of her author royalties pledged to charities in Coventry and Warwickshire.
East Midlands councils and charities get new funding to prevent homelessness and rough sleeping
Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire councils will receive £3.6m, with more than £10m set aside for regional work in 2027/28 and 2028/29.
Sixteen climate start-ups get a year of support to turn green ideas into real businesses
Sixteen early-stage climate companies have joined Imperial’s Greenhouse accelerator, receiving mentoring, workspace and grants of up to £20,000.
Three community-shaped AI projects will test healthier ways to design UK cities
Three projects developed with residents and researchers will test AI approaches to fairer health data, temporary accommodation and healthier streets in Bradford and London.
Cleaner London air linked with children’s lung growth catching up after ULEZ
A five-year study of more than 3,400 children found lung growth in London improved alongside sharp falls in traffic-related air pollution.
Brighton & Hove Albion and University of Sussex team up on research, students and community projects
Brighton & Hove Albion has named the University of Sussex its official Higher Education Partner, building on more than 30 years of collaboration.
1863 memorial hall reopens as a modern community hub in Barrow Hill
Barrow Hill Memorial Hall near Chesterfield has reopened with a pantry, café, family hub, activity space and health hub after major refurbishment.
Disabled bus-pass holders in England will get free travel all day from April 2027
Time restrictions on disabled concessionary bus passes are due to end across England from 1 April 2027, allowing eligible passengers free local bus travel at any time.
£10,000 East Midlands fund will help community groups make sport free to join
Community groups in Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire can receive £250 to £2,000 to run free sport and physical activity sessions.
More than 17,000 young people in Wales take up first dose of new MenB vaccine offer
More than 17,000 young people in Wales received a first MenB vaccine dose in the first four weeks of a targeted programme for those entering higher or residential further education.
Reading’s contactless homelessness donations pass £7,400 and will continue until 2029
Tap for Reading has raised more than £7,400 and directly supported over 50 people, prompting the contactless donation scheme to be extended for at least three years.
Sussex bee study finds one simple way gardens can help during the late-summer food squeeze
University of Sussex research found honeybees have their toughest nectar-foraging period in late July and August, suggesting late-flowering plants and fewer mown weeds can help.
Five grandmasters and a five-year-old share the board at Sussex’s biggest chess tournament yet
More than 200 players took part in the University of Sussex’s largest chess tournament yet, ranging from five-year-old Aahana Gupta to five international grandmasters.
London’s Cycleway network reaches 450km after growing fivefold in a decade
London now has 450km of signed Cycleways, five times the network it had in 2016, with around 1.5 million cycle journeys made each day.
Culture Night Belfast will fill the city with more than 200 free events in one evening
Culture Night Belfast returns on 18 September with more than 200 free, family-friendly events across the city.
Imperial battery spinout raises £10m to help store renewable power for days, not hours
Certain Energy, an Imperial College London spinout, has raised £10m to scale manganese flow batteries designed for long-duration electricity storage.
Sheffield tree campaign is directing new street planting towards neighbourhoods with less canopy
Sheffield tree campaigners are using community funds and sponsorship routes to support new street trees, including proposed planting in lower-tree-equity areas such as Spital Hill, Low Edges and Jordanthorpe.
Wolverhampton’s Best Foot Forward turns ordinary laps into thousands of pounds for local charities
Best Foot Forward lets people walk, run or wheel laps of Aldersley Stadium while a business-backed fund converts participation into money for Wolverhampton charities.
Greater Anglia puts £350,000 behind 33 community projects, from travel buddies to mobility scooters
Thirty-three projects across the Greater Anglia network will share £350,000 for accessibility, community travel, station improvements, cycling, heritage and local tourism.
Derby fans are crowdfunding £30,000 to bring a nine-foot Lara Croft statue home
A grassroots campaign wants to move an original nine-foot Lara Croft statue from storage in London to Derby Market Hall, celebrating the city where Tomb Raider was created.
Residents help bring in new East Cambridgeshire powers against dangerous and anti-social driving
East Cambridgeshire has introduced a new Public Spaces Protection Order targeting dangerous and disruptive driving after concerns raised by residents and local communities.
£3.8m Moray investment is forecast to support 84 jobs and 20 new products and services
Highlands and Islands Enterprise says £3.8m of support for Moray projects is forecast to support 84 jobs, including 27 green jobs.
Bradford festival brings six days of African music, dance, fashion, food and storytelling to the city
The Bradford African Festival of Arts returned for six days of music, dance, theatre, fashion, food and storytelling celebrating African culture and creativity.
Somerset community centre cuts annual heating bill by more than £10,000 after green upgrades
Burnham-On-Sea Community Centre has completed a new solar roof and says its annual heating bill has fallen from around £14,000 to £5,000.
Hull park comes back to life with new play areas, basketball court, lighting and community space
Sculcoates Park in Hull has formally reopened after major improvements including new lighting, play equipment, a refurbished basketball court and more accessible paths.
Luton Sixth Form celebrates 94% A-level pass rate as students get help with their next step
Luton Sixth Form College recorded a 94% A-level pass rate, with university staff on site offering guidance and places to students on results day.
Teesside teenager balances GCSE success with making UK tetrathlon history
Sixteen-year-old Annabel Lupton returned from representing the UK in Australia to collect strong GCSE results after becoming the youngest athlete selected for the international tetrathlon exchange.
£27.7m investment will unlock more than 350 homes on Sunderland brownfield site
Homes England is investing £27.7m in Sunderland’s Sheepfolds neighbourhood to unlock more than 350 homes, new infrastructure and active-travel routes.
Frome community raises first £600,000 towards buying and developing 12-acre town-centre site
Mayday Saxonvale’s community share offer has passed its first £600,000 target as residents work towards community ownership of a 12-acre brownfield site in Frome.
Dundee GP surgery trials a robot that handles routine heart-health checks before patients see a doctor
A Dundee GP practice is testing a three-foot robot that guides patients through routine cardiovascular checks, leaving clinicians more time for conversation and care.
Two Bristol researchers recognised for work improving NHS research and dementia diagnosis
Dr Ashley Hammond and Dr Sam Creavin have received national NIHR leadership prizes for work on primary-care research and dementia diagnosis.
Carlisle Foodbank founder leaves more than £1m to help communities across Cumbria
Rachael Rodway, who founded Carlisle Foodbank, left more than £1 million to Cumbria Community Foundation, where it will support local organisations tackling poverty, health inequalities and other community needs.
Worcester launches £40,000 fund to help stop money problems becoming a crisis
Up to four voluntary and community organisations will share £40,000 to provide early advice, practical help and coordinated support for Worcester residents facing financial difficulty.
Derby Theatre gets green light for major expansion with new studio and community spaces
Planning permission has been granted for Derby Theatre’s redevelopment, including a new purpose-built studio theatre and expanded learning, participation and community spaces.
London fruit and veg market switches on the capital’s biggest rooftop solar array
New Spitalfields Market now has 2,730 solar panels expected to generate enough electricity each year to match the annual use of around 470 homes.
104 Cumbrian athletes receive £72,600 boost towards coaching, travel and competition
Athletes aged from nine to 66 across Cumbria are sharing £72,600 through the GLL Sport Foundation, alongside free access to Better leisure facilities.
New seven-day bus reconnects Stirling’s eastern villages with the city
The C17 bus has launched as a two-year pilot linking Fallin, Throsk, Cowie and Plean with Stirling, including new Sunday travel and better hospital connections.
East Midlands brownfield programme is turning long-empty sites into affordable homes
The East Midlands Combined County Authority says its brownfield housing programme is supporting dozens of schemes, including affordable homes in Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire.
West Mercia Police is recruiting volunteers to help young cadets grow in confidence
Volunteer Cadet Programme Leaders are being recruited across Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Telford to support teenagers with teamwork, leadership and community activities.
More than £325,000 awarded to cancer research and innovation projects across Humber and North Yorkshire
Humber and North Yorkshire Cancer Alliance has announced its latest research and innovation awards, with more than £325,000 going to projects intended to improve cancer care and patient experience.
23 low-carbon homes for social rent are being built in East Leeds
A new development at Killingbeck Bridge will provide 23 energy-efficient one, two and three-bedroom homes for social rent, with completion expected in autumn 2027.
Southampton students turn the New Forest into a living laboratory for rare wildlife
Twelve University of Southampton students are working with conservation organisations on New Forest research covering bats, fungi, ponds, recreation pressure and crayfish.
Fire-damaged Dundee church could become 21 affordable homes
Plans for the former St Luke’s Church in Lochee would retain the historic shell while creating 21 affordable homes, including accessible flats and family houses.
Durham’s former military museum reopens as The Light after a decade behind closed doors
The Light has opened in Durham after a £17m redevelopment, combining contemporary art, local military history, community space and family activities in one new cultural venue.
Edinburgh gets £857,000 to help more children and young people get active
A new £857,000 investment will fund free and low-cost sport across Edinburgh for people aged three to 26, including inclusive opportunities for young people with additional support needs.
South Norfolk communities can get up to £10,000 to create greener local spaces
A new Nature Conservation Fund is offering schools, charities, community groups and parish councils grants of up to £10,000 for local biodiversity projects.
Leeds NHS cancer-diagnostics innovation moves towards international rollout
A pathology quality-control technology developed at Leeds Teaching Hospitals is being prepared for wider NHS and international use through a new commercial partnership.
Norfolk set for new walk-in mental health centres and dedicated crisis unit
Two new community mental health centres and a specialist mental health emergency department are planned for Norfolk as part of a national NHS expansion.
17 Bradford community projects win backing to turn creative ideas into climate action
The Leap has awarded funding to 17 grassroots projects across Bradford, including instrument recycling, youth horticulture and creative environmental education.
Swansea Bay digital programme is turning infrastructure spending into community support
Charities and community organisations across the Swansea Bay City Region are receiving devices, funding and digital support through social-value commitments linked to a major infrastructure programme.
Hundreds of historic places across Wales will open for free this September
Cadw's Open Doors festival is returning with free access, guided tours and behind-the-scenes visits at historic sites, community buildings, archives and cultural attractions across Wales.
Wales summer food and activity programme reaches one million funded places
Bwyd a Hwyl Food and Fun has passed a major milestone after more than a decade of providing meals, activities and social opportunities for children during the school holidays.
New South London half marathon will build fundraising into race day from the start
A new closed-road half marathon in Merton is being designed to help thousands of runners get active while giving charities a bigger platform for fundraising.
£300,000 boost will help restore rivers and habitats in Suffolk
The East Suffolk Trust has awarded more than £300,000 to two community projects working to improve water quality and restore habitats.
Hull Maritime Museum welcomes thousands back after £20.4m transformation
Hull Maritime Museum has reopened after a six-year redevelopment, with expanded galleries, improved accessibility and around 1,300 objects on display.
New £28,000 woodland walkway creates a greener route through Derry
A new woodland trail linking Crescent Link with Kilfennan Country Park has been completed in Derry, creating another route for walking and everyday outdoor activity.
Volunteers collect more than 100,000 seagrass seeds to restore the Solent
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust volunteers have collected more than 100,000 seagrass seeds for a long-term restoration project in the Solent.
Maritime volunteers join River Tyne clean-up after plastic pellet spill
Volunteer crews have joined a multi-agency clean-up on the River Tyne, using boats and local knowledge to help recover plastic pellets from the water.
Rothbury nature appeal passes £26m as £30m goal moves within reach
The Wildlife Trusts’ campaign to secure the 9,500-acre Rothbury Estate in Northumberland has passed £26 million including pledges.
Belper’s new £15.2m health centre brings community services under one roof
A new purpose-built health centre in Belper has opened with 15 consulting rooms, six treatment rooms and a wide range of community services.
Wolverhampton community centre gets £400,000 boost to reopen for local use
Portobello Community Centre in Wolverhampton is set for a £400,000 refurbishment after local residents identified community facilities as a priority.
London paramedics are getting underwater drones to help with drowning rescues
London Ambulance Service has bought four underwater drones that can use sonar and cameras to locate people beneath the water while reducing risk to rescuers.
44 affordable extra-care homes completed on former vacant site in Fife
A new Lochgelly development has created 44 affordable homes for people aged 55 and over, including wheelchair-accessible flats and bungalows.
Darlington refuge receives £15,000 to support children affected by domestic abuse
Family Help Darlington will receive a three-year £15,000 grant to provide therapeutic and early-intervention support for children staying at its refuge.
Cromer RNLI volunteer shows there is more than one way to help save lives at sea
Kate Roberts now holds five volunteer roles at Cromer RNLI and is encouraging people with different skills and interests to find a place in the station team.
Worcestershire rescue volunteers get new medical kit and extra training
Severn Area Rescue Association has upgraded its medical equipment and expanded its volunteer team with support from a county public-health grant.
Edinburgh housing progress moves more than 350 households into settled homes
Edinburgh is ending a temporary suspension of its normal housing allocations after progress in moving families out of unsuitable temporary accommodation.
Devon project aims to double nests of one of England’s rarest ants
A three-year conservation project in South Devon will improve heathland for two rare ant species and create new colonies to reduce the risk of local extinction.
Wrexham rooftop solar project installs 4,700 panels and adds room for future battery storage
A 2MW rooftop solar installation at Net World Sports in Wrexham has been completed with around 4,700 panels and battery-ready infrastructure.
Coventry cerebral palsy pathway cuts new hip dislocations by two-thirds
A decade-long integrated NHS pathway in Coventry is supporting 172 children with cerebral palsy and has reduced new hip dislocations by 66 per cent.
50 affordable homes get under way in Shildon, including 35 for social rent
Work has started on a £10 million development in Shildon that will provide 50 affordable homes, including 35 for social rent and 15 through Rent to Buy.
Hull Trains team walks to London and raises nearly £6,000 for brain injury charity
Hull Trains colleagues walked the operator’s route from Hull to London King’s Cross, raising nearly £6,000 for Hull charity P.A.U.L For Brain Recovery.
Hundreds of thousands of Fleadh visitors backed by a volunteer-powered medical hub in Belfast
Volunteers, clinicians and emergency responders worked together at a central medical hub during Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann in Belfast, supporting one of the city’s biggest ever public events.
More people in Northern Ireland are getting faster sight-saving cataract treatment
Investment in Northern Ireland’s regional cataract service is helping thousands more people access treatment more quickly, with additional capacity at Downe Hospital supporting the wider programme.
Social prescribing may help people connect with care without driving up costs
A University of Manchester study of more than 1.4 million records suggests social prescribing is linked to more healthcare use at first, followed by a small reduction in GP appointments within a year.
UK mental health innovation scheme will bring patients, researchers, the NHS and industry together
A University of Manchester-led national initiative has launched to connect lived experience, researchers, the NHS and technology organisations around better mental health innovation.
Nurse-led children’s pre-op clinic is cutting cancelled surgery in Northern Ireland
A nurse-led paediatric pre-assessment service at the Ulster Hospital is helping replace many late surgical cancellations, making better use of theatre time for children waiting for treatment.
Fifteen grassroots groups win Windrush community funding
Fifteen organisations have been awarded support from a UK fund designed to help communities understand and access the Windrush schemes.
Surplus tech is helping people stay connected across North West England
More than 1,500 surplus devices from the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority have been donated to around 50 schools and charities since 2021.
Belfast makers create ‘quilted hugs’ for young people leaving care
A collaboration between Belfast School of Art and Quilts for Care Leavers Northern Ireland is creating handmade quilts for young people moving into independent living.
Scotland plans more than 30 GP walk-in services
Scotland is expanding GP-led walk-in care, with 40 centres now planned or operating and new locations identified across the country.
Up to £14m support could help reopen Glasgow’s People’s Palace
The Scottish Government has announced conditional support of up to £14 million towards refurbishing and reopening the People’s Palace and Winter Gardens.
Ten Scottish charities share £20m to support families
A £20 million package will support ten charities working with families across Scotland on wellbeing, income and routes towards employment.
Milford Haven residents to help design Wales-wide flood support
People affected by flooding in Milford Haven will help shape a new independent support network for communities before, during and after floods.
Manchester doubles annual funding for voluntary and community groups
Manchester City Council has increased annual funding for its voluntary and community sector programme from £2.4m to £5.5m, supporting 80 organisations.
Millions offered at-home HPV tests in NHS screening expansion
Nearly four million women in England who are behind on cervical screening will be offered HPV self-testing kits through a national NHS rollout.