Kings Theatre Heritage Open Day to include exciting updates on the upcoming Regeneration Project
The Kings Theatre is looking forward to welcoming the local community on Sunday September 8th as part of the National Heritage Open Day Programme. They are taking this opportunity to offer a consultation on the plans to regenerate the three derelict shops that adjoin the theatre along Albert Road. Major stakeholders, including Portsmouth City Council, […]
Great leap towards finding solutions for a net zero carbon Portsmouth
A £75k fund has been awarded to Portsmouth City Council to work with city partners and find solutions to securing a low carbon and energy-secure future for Portsmouth. The funding from Innovate UK’s Net Zero Living Programme, will allow the council to work with city partners to study innovative ways to decarbonise the city’s power, […]
Help the future of Victoria Park, with volunteering opportunities
As the Revitalise Victoria Park Project progresses, Victoria Park are now launching their Volunteering programme on a broader scale. The volunteering programme aims to get as many people as possible involved in the project and support a community within it. Volunteering opportunities will be offered in as many areas of the project as possible in […]
When you stop, engine stops – new anti-engine idling campaign launches
Drivers in Portsmouth have been asked to switch their car engines off when they are stationary and it is safe to do so, to improve people’s health by lowering air pollution. Air pollution has a major impact on the health of people who suffer from respiratory conditions, older people, those with heart disease, children […]
New resting place for Southsea memorial benches
The Southsea Coastal Scheme has gifted a temporary seating area to the owners of 25 memorial benches that were recently removed during the construction of vital sea defences around Southsea Castle. Two new benches displaying all the removed memorial plaques have been installed by the Rock Gardens on Southsea promenade. Once construction work is […]
Diocese of Portsmouth Jubilee Concert is a riot of colour and creativity
Refugees and asylum seekers kicked off a church’s celebration of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee – with a concert that embraced art and culture from across the world. The amateur performers shared poetry, dance, music and drumming from their own cultures in a concert in St Luke’s Church, Southsea, launching the church’s week of celebrations. The […]
Somerstown kids dream of a bright new future for their neighbourhood
Space hopper races, den building workshops, storytellers and plant potting, in Portsmouth streets closed to traffic, allowed Somerstown kids to get involved with planning for their new neighbourhood. Hundreds of Somerstown people took part in a free ‘Play and Plants’ community engagement session hosted by Portsmouth City Council in Melbourne Place and Atherstone Walk as […]
Residents in Portsmouth urged to check their voter registration details from Portsmouth City Council
Local residents are being warned not to lose their voice on decisions that affect them by making sure their electoral registration details are up-to-date. With elections taking place in Portsmouth in May 2022, this is an important opportunity for residents to make sure they can take part. The annual canvass ensures that Portsmouth City Council […]
Young people encouraged not to let stigma stop them from accessing mental health support
Children and young people are reminded not to suffer in silence when it comes to their mental health. Anxiety or stress is currently the top reason young people in Portsmouth access counselling via the Kooth digital well-being service. Kooth provides a safe and anonymous space for those who might not feel confident in accessing traditional […]
