Solent Freeport seeks Chief Executive to take the helm
Following the Solent Freeport’s successful launch last week, the role of its Chief Executive is being advertised, and promises to be an incredibly exciting and important role, not just within the region, but nationally. Brian Johnson, Chair of the Solent Freeport, said: “The Solent Freeport is a key component of the region’s long-term economic strategy. […]
Fareham College Students Provide Support for Local Community
Students and staff in the Health and Science Faculty at Fareham College have been working in partnership with a local charity, Andover Mind, to deliver six weeks long Dementia Friendly Cookery Groups. The sessions, held in Avenue 141, the College’s silver service professional restaurant, provide carer givers and service users with a welcome break […]
Excellence in education recognised at Teach Portsmouth Awards ceremony
An awards ceremony for Portsmouth’s education workforce took centre stage at Portsmouth Guildhall on Thursday 9 June. The Teach Portsmouth Awards was hosted by comedian and broadcaster, Shaparak Khorsandi. Teachers, learning support assistants, school teams and head teachers were recognised for supporting children and young people’s education during the last academic year. Winners were […]
Join the Shaping Portsmouth team: We’re looking for a Business Support Manager
Shaping Portsmouth is looking to recruit a Business Support Manager to work with the CEO and Head of Programme & Partnership Development. Shaping Portsmouth’s success is built on three points of a triangle. The 50+ financial partnerships, the six part-time staff, and the 150+ wonderful volunteers who give their time freely to either lead or […]
Ground-breaking solar generation and battery storage project at Lakeside North Harbour announced
Portsmouth City Council has announced plans to install a large-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) and battery storage system at Lakeside North Harbour. The ground-breaking project will include roof-mounted solar PV arrays across five buildings, one of the largest solar parking canopy arrays in the UK, and a large battery storage system. It is anticipated that […]
Pompey in the Community CEO recognised in Queen’s Birthday Honours
The CEO of Pompey in the Community is receiving the award for services to the local community. “I was flabbergasted when I heard the news,” said Clare. “I don’t think it’s something that anybody ever expects – I certainly didn’t. “Most of the recognition we get is for the organisation, so it does feel strange […]
Get your marching boots and get ready to move with the National Museum of the Royal Navy
The National Museum of the Royal Navy, National Army Museum, the Royal Air Force Museum and Commonwealth War Graves Commission are delighted to announce the launch of a country-wide celebration of our service personnel in conjunction with this year’s Armed Forces Week. All four organisations have come together to host a virtual walk event In the Footsteps of […]
Portsmouth remembers- City marks 40th anniversary of the Falklands conflict
The city of Portsmouth will be marking the 40th anniversary of the Falklands conflict by unveiling a new memorial plaque by the Square Tower, with the names of members of the Army, Royal Air Force and civilians who lost their lives during this conflict. The unveiling will take place from 10.45am on Sunday 19 June and […]
Portsmouth’s ‘integral’ role in Solent Freeport status
Featuring the first approved tax site in the Solent Freeport area at Dunsbury Park, Portsmouth is a key location to establishing full Freeport status, which was announced at today’s launch of the ‘Solent Summit’ in Southampton. Cllr Gerald Vernon-Jackson, Leader of Portsmouth City Council said: “Portsmouth is integral to the launch of the Solent Freeport. […]
‘Proud’ Portsmouth: Top award for LGBTQ+ inclusivity to mark Pride
Portsmouth City Council celebrates Pride with a prestigious Gold award by Stonewall 2021 CYPS Award for its commitment to inclusivity among children and young people’s services (CYPS). The council is one of only three local authorities in the UK to receive this accolade. The status recognises the continued efforts to support lesbian, gay, bisexual, […]