REACH steps up efforts to help people amid unexpected inflation rise, anticipating increased need for support. Inflation Rise Fuels REACH Community Projects Resolve to Help More REACH is working hard to help people. They learned inflation rose unexpectedly. The Bank of England also felt surprised by this news. January inflation reached three percent. This is…
Sinclair’s Bay Trust serves over 200 lunches. The project offers vital social interaction and support in Caithness communities. Sinclairs Bay Lunches Serve Over 200 by Midpoint in Caithness Project A project helps communities in eastern Caithness. Sinclair’s Bay Trust runs it in three village halls. They already served over 200 lunches, and the project began…
North Ayrshire Foodbank appeals for donations as demand surges, aiding nearly 5,000 locals in the past year. North Ayrshire Foodbank Seeks Donations Amid Rising Demand The North Ayrshire Foodbank needs food donations because demand is consistently rising to help thousands of people in the area. They need consistent support. From December 2023 to November 2024,…
Scottish SPCA reports a 24% rise in pet relinquishment requests due to cost-of-living pressures. They are increasing early support. Cost of Living Crisis Fuels Rise in Pet Owners Relinquishing Animals The Scottish SPCA noticed a big problem: more people want to give up their pets. They saw a 24% increase in these requests in 2024,…
A cost-of-living appeal in Wales distributed £1.3 million. It supported over 100 projects, assisting vulnerable people. Wales Cost of Living Appeal Funds £1.3 Million to Aid Communities Community Foundation Wales gave money to many groups. These groups help people struggling the most, supporting them through the current crisis. The foundation released a report about their…
Warrington Council seeks public feedback on its 2025-2029 strategy, covering people, area, and public services. Warrington Council Asks Public About New Four Year Strategy The council’s strategy for 2025-2029 will guide them. They will agree on it this spring. It will show the council’s goals and what they value. The strategy focuses on three things:…
Report flags financial risks for Whitaker Museum Rossendale Leisure Trust, impacting Rossendale Council’s budget amid cost increases. Museum Finance Warning Risk to Leisure Services Rossendale Council The Whitaker museum in Rawtenstall has money troubles. A report says the cost-of-living crisis hurts its hospitality. This impacts Rossendale Council’s budget plans. The Arts Council supports the Whitaker…
Most Berkshire councils are falling behind on their tax collection targets. The cost of living crisis is believed to be a key factor. Berkshire Council Tax Collection Faces Challenges Across Multiple Areas Hey, listen to this. In Berkshire, council tax collection is lagging, with five out of six areas behind target. Some areas aren’t even…
Jump Revolution in Grantham closes after six years. Owners cite struggles in the leisure industry. The trampoline park shut its doors for good. Grantham Trampoline Park Jump Revolution Closes After Six Years Hey, did you hear about Jump Revolution? That trampoline park is closing down for good. Gemma Rosling and her family ran it. They…
Ruby Moon, a fixture of High Wycombe for 26 years, will close in April due to rising costs and difficult economic times. High Wycombe’s Ruby Moon to shut down by the end of April Ruby Moon will close. The shop is on Castle Street, and they shared the news on February 8. The business had…