Port sparks interest from EV owners with new InstaVolt charging points
The electric vehicle charge point network, InstaVolt, have installed two charging points at Portsmouth International Port. It’s part of the port’s commitment to become the first net carbon neutral UK port by 2030, and the first zero emission port by 2050. Improving air quality and reducing carbon emissions are two of the most pressing issues […]
Successful rental e-scooter trial expands into Queen Alexandra and St Mary’s Hospitals
With the recent expansion of the rental e-scooter trial in Portsmouth, riders can now travel by rental e-scooter to work or to visit friends and relatives at Queen Alexandra Hospital and St Mary’s Hospital. Parking racks for keyworkers and visitors have been added to both hospital sites. With the recent expansion of the rental e-scooter […]
Smarter shopping – what Full Fibre means for the future of retail
For some time, we’ve been hearing about the decline of physical retail, spurred on by the digital age and our growing preference for the online marketplace. In the 10 years between January 2010 and January 2020, for example, the UK lost over 50,000 shops. Despite that, physical retailers still hold much of the market share. […]
Highbury College and University of Portsmouth celebrate new collaberation
Highbury College and the University of Portsmouth are working together to provide greater educational opportunities to people in Portsmouth and beyond. On Thursday, July 1, the two organisations signed the Heads of Terms Agreement, which outlines their commitment to this new and exciting collaboration. The new city-wide post-16 educational partnership is designed to support […]
Because Equality Matters! Rob Trent takes over as Chair of Toucan Diversity
A man who has campaigned for the rights of disabled people has been appointed as Chair of Toucan Diversity, a social enterprise that provides equality and disability awareness training. Rob Trent, who is himself disabled, will take over as Chair of Toucan Diversity on July 2. Rob, who is a mouth painting artist specialising in […]
The Bridging Portsmouth’s Digital Divide programme makes more deliveries, and receives an award nomination!
The Bridging Portsmouth’s Digital Divide programme has delivered 12 iPads each to Cumberland Infant School and Arundel Court Primary Academy, to help keep the students connected and enable their digital learning. The devices were delivered last week by Programme Leader Hasmukh “Husky” Patel. Rebecca Herbert, Head of Cumberland Infant School, said “I know they will […]
New enclosed dog training and exercise area on Southsea Common
Portsmouth City Council is to open a new enclosed dog training area on Southsea Common in response to suggestions from local residents and dog walkers. The new training area, which is being created over the next few weeks, is located between Pembroke Road and Pier Road in Southsea and is intended to provide a safe, enclosed […]
Superstar teachers shine bright at Teach Portsmouth Awards Live ceremony
A virtual awards ceremony in Portsmouth for the city’s superstar teachers has revealed the winners in 8 award categories on Thursday 8 July. Due to COVID-19, this year’s event was held on Zoom video conferencing. Teachers, learning support assistants and head teachers have gone above and beyond to support the city’s children, young people […]
High five for Long Curtain Moat!
Crucial heritage maintenance work on Long Curtain Moat has seen the Southsea Coastal Scheme make the top five of this year’s ‘People’s Choice’ category in the 2021 SECBE Constructing Excellence Awards. Locals got behind the Portsmouth City Council-led project, casting an impressive 421 votes for the project, which was also a finalist in the Conservation […]
Choose a safe setting for your child
Portsmouth City Council has launched a campaign to help parents and carers choose a safe setting for their child when they do activities outside of school. Many parents and carers use extra-curricular clubs, tuition centres and other out-of-school activities to support their child’s development. The campaign provides tips on things to look out for […]