Portsmouth older person’s bus pass holders can now travel earlier in the day
Portsmouth residents who hold an older person’s bus pass will be able to use their bus pass earlier in the day from Tuesday 1 November, following changes made by Portsmouth City Council. All holders of an older person’s bus pass issued by Portsmouth City Council will now be able to catch the bus from […]
Defibrillator now installed at the hotel at the heart of Southsea
In the wake of Restart a Heart Day, a worldwide initiative where countries around the world promote the importance of learning how to save lives using CPR and a defibrillator, the Queens Hotel in Southsea now has a defibrillator on site. Kind-hearted Lara Hardwick was inspired to raise funds for a defibrillator after her […]
City Greening Fund launches with a visit to Paulsgrove community garden
A new fund for community groups and organisations launched on Monday 24 October is offering up to £5,000 for greening projects. The City Greening Fund will provide grants for tree planting, planting for nature and biodiversity, engaging the community in greening projects and connecting with nature. The fund will be live from Monday 24 October […]
Sewing memories with every stitch
Until Monday, 31 October 2022, visitors to the D-Day Story can participate in this interactive and inventive temporary exhibition that tells a story when an old Singer Sewing Machine handle is turned. Visitors to the Portsmouth City Council-owned museum can visit the exhibition for free. It is inspired by the 1940s stories of Make Do […]
More Than Half of Shoppers Set to Start Christmas Shopping Earlier This Year to Spread the Cost of Gifting
More than half (54%) of British shoppers will have started their Christmas shopping by October half-term this year as savvy spenders look to spread the cost of gifts over a longer period, new research has revealed. According to a poll by Portsmouth shopping outlet, Gunwharf Quays, six in ten (63%) said they would […]
People’s Network celebrates 20 years of connection
Today (24 October 2022), marks 20 years of evolution and development in Portsmouth libraries, as Portsmouth City Council celebrates two decades of the People’s Network – the installation of the internet and free computer use for Portsmouth residents. Free internet access has been available since the People’s Network launched in 2002 when a £283,000 […]
Remember, remember, the second of November…
King George V playing fields will be host to Portsmouth City Council’s free, annual fireworks display on Wednesday 2 November, opening at 4 pm. The bonfire is set to be lit at 6:30 pm followed by a spectacular fireworks display starting at 7.30 pm. A variety of hot food and refreshments will be available, as […]
Plant your ideas for the new green space in our city centre
Come along to Commercial Road on Saturday 29 October from 10am to 2pm to meet the regeneration team at Portsmouth City Council and share your thoughts on the exciting plans for the city centre. An outline planning application for the city centre north area was submitted in August 2022 which includes plans for 2.9 […]
Urgent call for Portsmouth to support their schools at special event
A rallying cry to encourage more people to become classroom assistants in primary, secondary and special schools in the city has been launched by Portsmouth City Council, who are holding an information event at Portsmouth Central Library on Tuesday 1 November from 10 am – 1 pm. Teach Portsmouth, a Portsmouth City Council initiative to […]
Could you be our new Care Leavers Programme Leader?
We at Shaping Portsmouth are looking for someone to join us as volunteer Programme Lead for our Care Leavers programme in our education pillar. This programme provides support for young people after leaving care, and prepares those still in the care system for their next steps. The programme is being shaped with the help of former care […]