Oyster baby boom in the Lymington River, thanks to a Wightlink initiative
Up to an incredible 120 million oyster larvae are being released into the Lymington River under a new environmental project involving Wightlink. The recent bivalve baby boom is the product of a colony of 300 oysters introduced to Wightlink’s terminal at Lymington as part of ongoing work with scientists at the Blue Marine Foundation, […]
Award-Winning UVG-The Urban Vocal Group goes from strength to strength!
Since joining The Guildhall Trust earlier this year and the easing of Covid restrictions, UVG – The Urban Vocal Group has been busy delivering summer activities for young people, expanded its mentoring programme, undertaken a brand refresh and re-established its vocal groups for children and adults in the community, culminating in an inspiring performance […]
Families urged: don’t miss deadline for junior and secondary places
Applications open today (13 September 2021) for children moving to junior or secondary school in 2022. Parents and carers have plenty of time to apply for places. The application closing dates are: transfer to secondary: midnight on Sunday 31 October 2021 transfer to junior: midnight on Saturday 15 January 2022 Families can apply online at www.portsmouth.gov.uk/schooladmissions […]
Learn to “talk about it” this World Suicide Prevention Day
For this year’s World Suicide Prevention Day on Friday 10 September, the Portsmouth Mental Health Alliance is asking everyone to learn how to talk and listen to someone who may be at risk of suicide. Anyone can now sign up for a free 20-minute e-learning module to build skills and confidence in how to: See the […]
Green light for Castle Road to remain closed
A popular shopping and dining street in the heart of Southsea is to remain closed to vehicles, in line with the wishes of the majority of residents, business owners and visitors. Castle Road was initially closed by Portsmouth City Council last year to create space for walking and cycling as the pandemic restrictions increased. These […]
City of Portsmouth College appoints new Interim CEO
City of Portsmouth College is delighted to announce the appointment of a new interim CEO, Graham Morley. City of Portsmouth College was formed in August 2021 by the merger of Highbury College and Portsmouth College, realising the ‘One City, One College’ vision. Graham will be joining the College from 1st November and has extensive […]
Shaping Portsmouth announces two new Co-Chairs of their Board of Directors
We at Shaping Portsmouth are very pleased to announce the new Co-Chairs of our Board of Directors, Simon Barrable and Mark Waldron. Simon Barrable has spent 25 years working in post-16 education, including three years as Principal at Portsmouth College. He has recently been confirmed as Principal of City of Portsmouth College, formed by the […]
Local artists and writers sought for seafront exhibition
Local artists and writers are being offered the chance to have their work included in an exhibition that shows how public art might be incorporated into the next stage of the Southsea Coastal Scheme at Southsea Castle. Selected artists will be showcased in the ‘A Collaborative Arts Plan for Southsea and Portsmouth’ exhibition at The […]
Overnight temporary repair to the Hard Interchange
Temporary surfacing repairs will be carried out at the Hard Interchange from Wednesday 8 September for one night. The work will fix damage caused to the road surface and is essential to ensure the continued and safe operation of the transport hub. Portsmouth City Council is discussing ways to build a permanent solution to the […]
Firms call for Employment Allowance rise amid “anti-small business” tax hikes
Responding to a 1.25% increase in National Insurance Contributions (NICs) for employers, employees and sole traders alongside a 1.25% increase in dividend taxation, Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) Development Manager for Hampshire, Dorset and Isle of Wight Nicola Bailey said: “These hikes will have business owners and sole traders feeling demoralised at the point […]