People across Doncaster — whether they live, work, study or own a business in the city — are being urged to share their views on local safety matters as part of a survey by the Safer, Stronger Doncaster Partnership (SSDP).
Among other things, participants will be asked to share their experiences with crime and antisocial behaviour, identify which specific issues they believe are having the biggest impact on the city, and generally outline how secure they feel when out and about in Doncaster.
Speaking about this, Doncaster District Commander, Chief Superintendent Pete Thorp of South Yorkshire
Police, said: “Working closely with City of Doncaster Council and other partners through the Safer Stronger Doncaster Partnership (SSDP) we have seen real change and improvements, such as the reduction in instances of most serious violence by 25% across the borough.
“But it is important that we don’t just rely on our assumptions or data to tell us if things are improving or not. We collectively remain committed to tackling crime and anti-social behaviour throughout Doncaster and, as we prepare to refresh our community safety strategy, it’s important to us that the future direction and focus of our collective work is
influenced and reflective of the concerns residents have.
“This consultation will allow us to effectively respond to residents’ concerns and ultimately, we hope that this will result in residents feeling and seeing positive change.”
Councillor Glyn Jones, Deputy Mayor and Cabinet Member for Safer Communities at City of Doncaster Council, added: “A number of organisations — including South Yorkshire Police and City of Doncaster Council — are working together to crack down on crime and improve community safety across Doncaster. During The Big City Conversation
consultation last summer, residents highlighted safety as their number one concern. Significant headway has been made since then, particularly in the city centre where we have invested in more council patrols, new CCTV, and an increased police presence to make people feel safer. “There is still more to do, not just in the city centre, but across the whole of Doncaster and resident feedback will help us decide what we ought to prioritise in the future and how to best use our collective resources to improve safety for our city.
I want to assure people that we will be listening attentively to what is said here so it’s important to
fill in the survey and have your say. Together we can make our city a safer, more welcoming place.”
The Community Safety Consultation will close on Sunday 6 July. Members of the public can get involved by taking the online questionnaire, which is available at www. doncaster.gov.uk. Once the survey fieldwork has closed, a series of face-toface events will then be organised to explore the findings in greater detail.
To find out more about the work that is already being done to improve security in Doncaster, as part of the ongoing Safer City initiative, visit the yourlifedoncaster.co.uk/ safer-city
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volunteer of the year!
A teacher has helped to nurture three assistance dogs-in-training in the past four years – earning her the title of a charity’s Volunteer of the Year.
Fiona Burton contacted the Sheffield-based Support Dogs charity in September 2020 about taking on a volunteer puppy socialiser role as it would fit in with her lifestyle – she is almost retired as a teacher of early years and special educational needs children, while her husband, John, 67, is a vet.
While up until now, full-time pet care had been out of the question, puppy socialising for Support Dogs sounded like it fit the bill. Fiona, who lives in the Lodge Moor area, has since looked after Labrador/Golden Retriever cross Maisie from being an eightweek-old pup until 18 months. Maisie is now a fully-qualified life-saving epilepsy seizure alert dog.
Speaking during Volunteers’ Week of her first experience of puppy socialising, Fiona, 66, said: “It was absolutely fun. We had waited quite a long time because of Covid, but Maisie was so lively, bright and able, which is why she has gone to the seizure alert programme. We keep in touch with Sally, the client, and get updates on Maisie.”
Just weeks after Maisie left for full-time training, along came Yellow lab, Biscuit, who had been donated by a family. “He was such a bright, able dog,” said Fiona, who is mum to 23-year-old twins Ed and Will. “We absolutely adored him.” Black Lab Walt was with Fiona and her family from September 2023 until November 2024. He is now with a foster family and in full-time training, with a client match pending.
While having a wellearned breather from puppies to get some house decorating done, Fiona has provided holiday cover for Fergie, a rescue Labradoodle, as well as for pups Gilly and Jessie.
Fiona, who has also helped Support Dogs with its schools work and taken pups into her own school, said: “I thoroughly enjoy looking after the dogs. It gets me out and about and keeps me fit. We go on lots of walks and I’ve made some good friends through it. It’s obviously really hard to give them up, but it’s so special, what they go on to do. It was a shock to receive the award – I don’t feel I deserve it any more than the other puppy socialisers, but it’s nice to be recognised.”
There are many benefits of volunteering for Support Dogs, which trains and provides specialist assistance dogs to help autistic children, and adults with epilepsy or a physical disability, to live safer, more independent lives. The charity’s 2024 Volunteer Survey found that 89% of respondents said it’s made them more physically active. 94% have become more socially active. 73% said their mental health has improved since volunteering and 78% said they have more purpose and feel healthier.
Support Dogs chief executive, Rita Howson, said: “Volunteers are the lifeblood of our charity – we couldn’t do what we do without our 200-strong army of loyal, hard-working volunteers. I’d like to take this opportunity to thank all of our selfless supporters who help us in a variety of roles, whether that’s looking after one of our dogs or pups, volunteering at events, driving our dogs between our centre and their foster carers, promoting our charity through talks or looking after a collection tin – you are all truly amazing.”
To find out more about the volunteering roles available with Support Dogs, please email volunteering@ supportdogs.org.uk, visit www.supportdogs.org. uk/volunteer or call 0114 2617800.
pink it up week is here!
Communities across Yorkshire are preparing to ‘Pink It Up’ to support the annual flagship fundraiser organised by children’s cancer charity Candlelighters.
CEO Emily Wragg explains: “This is our sixth year for Pink It Up. It attracts more and more attention from neighbourhoods and fundraisers across Yorkshire. Since 2019, Candlelighters have encouraged people to help them ‘paint the county pink’ through various pink-themed fundraising activities and challenges, to raise funds and awareness. It’s a great way for the people of Yorkshire to come together to show their solidarity for children with cancer.” Emily explains: “This year, Pink It Up Week is June 2nd to 8th and there’s still time to organise a fundraiser, or support one happening near you. Activities for this year are limited only by people’s imaginations and range from bake sales, parties and crafting activities to pink-themed Park Runs, fancy dress competitions and window display decorating.” She adds: “As a team, we’re aiming to complete 150km of virtual cycling to represent the 150 children diagnosed with cancer in Yorkshire each year. There will be two bikes, ridden by our amazing Candlelighters staff and members of the wonderful community we support. There will also be a prize for the person who cycles the furthest during their 30-minute slot!” Adding to the fundraising efforts, Yorkshire Purchasing Organisation (YPO) is supporting Pink It Up Week, with a competition for schools. Pink-themed fundraising ideas include non-uniform days or cake sales featuring Candlelighters’ colour. They’re encouraging schools to register to fundraise, and will run a prize draw for schools that raise more than £250. The winning school will receive £1,500 from YPO. Since their inception in 1976, Candlelighters has been committed to offering extensive emotional, practical, and financial support to affected families, and facilitating research to better the lives and outcomes of children facing diagnosis and treatment.
Emily says: “Taking
part in fundraising like Pink It Up is crucial in allowing Candlelighters to continue to support families during and beyond treatment, to ensure they never feel alone and know that there is a support network around them.” Learn more about what Candlelighters do, and how you can make a difference for children: www.candlelighters.org. uk/how-you-can-help/ fundraise/pink-it-up/ Clarke’s story.
On 4th January 2025, just three days before Clarke’s first birthday, his world changed forever. Clarke was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukaemia (AML) — something no parent ever imagines hearing. On his birthday, instead of celebrating, his parents were holding his hand in intensive care after he suffered a seizure. Since then, Clarke has spent almost every day and night in hospital. Six long, gruelling months filled with chemotherapy, blood and platelet transfusions, painful side effects, infections, isolation rooms, and more treatment still to come. Clarke’s mum Kegan explains: “He’s faced everything with a strength that’s hard to put into words. We are so incredibly proud of him. Through all of this, Candlelighters have been by our side. They’ve provided us with accommodation close to the hospital, so we could stay near Clarke. They’ve supported our wellbeing with therapy and emotional support when things felt overwhelming. We’ve set up Team Clarkey Boy to raise money for Candlelighters — to give back to the people who have held us up when we could barely stand. We’re proud to support Candlelighters during Pink It Up week. Shops in our local High Street will compete, with pink window displays and collection tins for Candlelighters. A residents’ vote will pick the best-dressed window.” Kegan explains that Pink It Up is a great way to bring the community together and raise valuable funds for Candlelighters. She says: “Please help us support this incredible charity. Every donation helps them continue to care for families like ours, going through the unthinkable.”
charity nominations open
Sheffield Mutual has officially opened nominations for its 2025 Charity Award, inviting the public to nominate UK based charities for a share of this year’s £7,500 funding pot. Now in its 9th year, the Charity Award aims to support small, community focused charities that make a real difference at a local level. Three winners will be selected by a judging panel, with awards of £5,000, £1,500 and £1,000.
Last year’s winning charities included:
• Matthew’s A Friend in Me – supporting families experiencing childhood cancer
• FareShare Yorkshire –tackling food waste and hunger
• Bluebell Wood Children’s Hospice –caring for children with life-limiting conditions Anyone can nominate a registered UK charity. Once nominations close on 29th June, a shortlist of ten charities will then be selected by a judging panel. The final decision will then go to a public vote, helping ensure the awards reflect the views and values of the wider community.
Jamie Bellamy, CEO at Sheffield Mutual said: “We’re proud to support smaller charities through our Charity Award, many of which achieve incredible things with very limited resources. As a mutual, giving back to the community is part of who we are, and
this is one way we can say thank you to the organisations working tirelessly to improve lives.”
One of last year’s winners, Matthew’s A Friend in Me, shared the impact of receiving the top prize: Louise Roberts, Secretary, Matthew’s A Friend in Me, said: “Firstly, the committee members at Matthew’s A Friend in Me were truly honoured to be nominated for the Sheffield Mutual Charity Award and to now find out that we have won, we are absolutely delighted with the outcome. We would like to express our thanks and gratitude to all the people who took time to vote for us, thanks to these caring individuals we can continue to make a tremendous difference in the lives of young people and their families who are facing childhood cancer. All the charity money including this prize will be spent supporting patients and their families currently receiving treatment at Sheffield Children’s Hospital.”
All details and information on how to nominate a charity can be found online (www.sheffieldmutual. com/charity-award/) before the June 29th deadline. Winners will be announced later in the year following the public vote.
£1.5bn transport investment
The Chancellor has announced that working people in South Yorkshire will benefit from £1.5bn investment in local transport. This forms part of the biggest ever investment in buses, trams and local train infrastructure in city regions as she promises the renewal of Britain to make all parts of the country better off. Importantly, this investment will fund the building of a new fleet of trams by 2032. It will also reform South Yorkshire’s buses, with franchised buses operating in Sheffield, Doncaster and Rotherham by 2027, and across the whole of South Yorkshire by 2029. She will unveil the first investment announcements for local transport projects in England’s city regions – including South Yorkshire.
South Yorkshire’s Mayor Oliver Coppard said: “This £1.5bn investment into our transport system will be game-changing for communities across South Yorkshire. I know that big numbers like these can often feel disconnected from our daily lives. But put simply, that investment will help us make our vision of a bigger, better integrated transport network under
public control, a reality. It will mean new and better buses, new electric vehicles, integrated ticketing and better information. It will mean new trams and better tram stops and lays the foundation for extending the tram network. It will mean our young people will be able to get to jobs and opportunities. That we can all access services, see friends and family, or go for a day, or a night out, without worrying how to get home.
I’ve been clear that we’ve been ignored for too long, and that South Yorkshire has not received its fair share of funding from successive governments. Today’s announcement shows the government is listening, and backing, South Yorkshire.”
This long-overdue investment outside of London and the South East will see projects like the Metro extension linking Washington to Newcastle and Sunderland and £530m to renew South Yorkshire’s tram network linking employment and housing areas in Sheffield and Rotheram - creating jobs, better commutes, bigger labour markets and more opportunity.
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The CIU has formally written to the Gambling Commission expressing serious concerns about the proposed changes to Category B4/B3A gaming machines.
The reforms, which aim to enhance player protection, could have unintended consequences for clubs, including privacy breaches, operational challenges and financial losses.
One major proposal requires clubs to alert staff when a player reaches a preset limit, disclosing their spending, play duration and net position (cash deposited minus winnings).
In responding to the official Consultation, the CIU has posed several questions to the Gambling Commission about its changes:
• Who will act on these alerts? Most clubs have bar staff who are untrained in gambling interventions.
• Will players accept privacy intrusions? Sensitive data could be visible to nearby members if displayedon machine screens.
• Will staff face hostility? Players may react negatively if interrupted during gameplay.
The CIU warns that enforcing these measures could lead to friction between members and staff, undermining the social atmosphere of clubs.
Furthermore, the CIU points out that the proposals could force clubs to remove traditional reelbased machines as they cannot support limit-setting technology and will also result in club shaving to invest in costly “back office” alert systems.
With gaming income so important to the survival of many clubs, the
CIU fears the changes could hurt clubs’ financial sustainability. The CIU argues there is no proof that gambling harm is widespread in member clubs, where issues are already managed informally by committees or fellow members. They also highlight an inconsistency in the proposed changes given that pubs are exempt from the changes, despite having similar environments to social clubs.
In concluding its letter, the CIU urges the Gambling Commission to reconsider the changes, stating:
• The measures are unworkable in clubs with limited staff.
• Players will resent intrusive monitoring.
• Without evidence of harm, thereforms are “unnecessary and disproportionate.”
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Coronation Street:
As the mourners gather for the memorial, Lisa worries when Kit doesn’t show up as he’s making a speech. Whilst Bernie and Sarah desperately try to get hold of him and Kirk is in no state to step in, Lisa makes a heartfelt speech honouring Craig. When Gary tells Lou that Craig was well loved in the community and she should show people that she’s sorry for what happened to him, Lou decides to attend. But will she receive a warm welcome? As Sally and Tim discuss their training session with the fostering agency, they’re both hopeful that they’ll make a success of it. Lou is found on the floor with a broken coffee table and Maria is standing over her. Later, as Maria offloads to Sarah, the police arrive and tell her they’re arresting her on suspicion of ABH. Todd is gutted that Theo has cancelled their date and he can’t help feeling excluded as he looks at a picture Millie’s posted of her family.
Emmerdale:
Tracy’s stunned when the police turn up at her place with a search warrant as the search into Nate’s murder continues. As events unfold, it’s clear the real killer, John Sugden, has covered his tracks with expert precision… Later, at the vets’, it’s crunch time when DS Walsh calls in and asks Vanessa to corroborate Tracy’s alibi in an official statement. Vinny panics as he realises he’s forgotten all about the anniversary of his and Gabby’s first kiss, and recruits Kammy to help him roll out a plan… Kerry throws a surprise party for Pollard who sends her reeling when he later reveals his selling his home.
Eastenders: Alfie promises Kat that he’s going to have a manto-man chat with Tommy. But a series of mishaps soon distracts Alfie... After Alfie makes a mess of several pre-wedding tasks, Kat suddenly announces she is having second thoughts! Is the wedding OFF? Yolande confides in Denise about how things haven’t been the same between them since her nightmare ordeal at the hands of pastor Gideon Clayton. Can Denise find a way to help the couple through their current crisis? Tommy continues to be led astray by his new mate, Joel.
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LANE IMPROVEMENTS
Work is now underway on a number of improvements at Bramall Lane, which includes considerable investment in the playing surface.
Following the end of the 2024/25 season, and the successful staging of the Paul Heaton concert, work is now accelerating to ensure upgrades to several areas of key infrastructure are complete for the start of next season.
The biggest overhaul will see the Bramall Lane playing surface completely renovated.
The current hybrid surface, which was installed in 2015, has come to the end of its decade-long cycle, with work on the new and improved pitch starting
last week.
Alongside the new pitch, a polymeric surface will also be installed as part of the run-off on the Tony Currie South Stand side, to help with player protection when overrunning the side of the pitch. New and improved LED perimeter advertising boards will also be installed as part of the pitch side revamp.
Outside of the stadium bowl, the Cherry Street car park is also undertaking some significant work with a complete re-surfacing project beginning shortly.
With lift improvement works also taking place in the John Steet Stand, it promises to be a busy couple of months ahead.
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OWLS HOST AN EVENING WITH LEE BULLEN
To celebrate the 20th anniversary the Owls League One play-off final victory at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff, they are hosting an ‘Evening with Lee Bullen’.
Hear Lee recount tales from his unique perspective, as someone who played for, coached and managed the Owls over a 17-year period.
The former defender notably captained Wednesday after signing in the summer of 2004 and went on to play in every position for the club during a 4 year stay.
He memorably
officer Stephen Bettis explained: “The months between seasons are always busy in terms of updating our current infrastructure, but this year we are undertaking some larger than normal changes around the stadium with regards the pitch and other areas.
“What we are commencing here is a huge project which has required some considerable investment from our ownerssignificantly more than the usual pre-season costs, with more than £2m invested - and is another example of the board’s commitment to improvements in all areas of the football club.”
PIONEERING SHEFFIELD REFEREE SADLY PASSES
generations to come.”
During his career from 1997 to 2008, Rennie officiated over 300 matches, including 175 in the Premier League.
A statement from the Sheffield & Hallamshire County Football Association expressed their condolences: “We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of our former chair and pioneering referee, Uriah Rennie.
Uriah made history as the Premier League’s first Black referee, officiating more than 300 top-flight matches between 1997 and 2008.
He broke down barriers, shaped our football community, and inspired
Recently, Rennie shared that he was learning to walk again after a rare condition left him paralyzed from the waist down.
Born in Jamaica, Rennie moved to Sheffield as a child and grew up in the Wybourn area.
He began refereeing in local football in 1979 and made history in 1997 when he officiated a Premier League match between Derby County and Wimbledon.
South Yorkshire’s Mayor, Oliver Coppard, has paid tribute to Uriah Rennie after his passing.
He said: “I’m deeply saddened by the passing of Sheffield’s own Uriah Rennie. He was a pioneer, a giant in football’s history as the first black referee
in the Premier League, refereeing over the three hundred games in his career. He broke down barriers and lifted others up.
“As well as his work in football, he campaigned to promote inclusion in sport and worked as a magistrate in Sheffield.
More recently he was appointed Chancellor of Hallam University; a fitting role for a man
who was committed to learning and supporting future generations.
“My condolences go out to Uriah’s family and many, many friends.
May his memory be a blessing.”
Beyond football, Rennie served as a magistrate in Sheffield since 1996 and was an advocate for equality, inclusion in sport, mental health, and addressing deprivation.
He held a master’s degree in business administration and law.
In November 2023, Sheffield Hallam University awarded him an honorary doctorate in recognition of his significant contributions to sport and community work in South Yorkshire. In May, Rennie was also installed as the university’s new chancellor.
Rotherham United can confirm that their 2025/26 Sky Bet League
One preparations will open with the traditional friendly against Parkgate.
following day. Details of where and when the Millers will be travelling are set to be confirmed in the coming days.
with the Red and White Shop taking pre-orders for all three strips from the 16th June.
The event at Hillsborough takes place on Thursday 19 June from 7:30pm in the Wednesday Tap,
per person.
Photo opportunities with the Owls icon will also be available on the evening.
Tickets are available now from tickets.swfc. co.uk
Matt Hamshaw’s men will take on the recentlypromoted side on Friday 4th July, with the slightly earlier time of 6:45pm being set for kick off.
Our pre-season opener kicks off at a slightly earlier than normally billed due to the Millers jetting off to an overseas training camp the
The fixture will provide supporters with the chance to see the 2025/26 Primary strip in action for the first time,
As was the case last year, tickets for the pre-season clash will go on sale via Parkgate’s external ticketing supplier.
Rrovers have introduced their brand new 2025/26 Rovers home kit with a “design fit for champions.”
As Rovers power back into Sky Bet League One, their kit partners Oxen have brought back the navy trim and classic collar alongside the traditional red and white hooped front with accompanying red pinstripes.
And new front-of-shirt
sponsors Pass Logistics sees its branding included for the first time.
The navy trim runs down each side and along the shoulder line, while the back of the shirt features a full red panel with one
white hoop towards the foot. The shirt will be accompanied by white shorts and red socks with a navy trim.
Shirts are priced at £50 for adults, £40 juniors and £40 for toddlers.
A ladies’ fit is available for £50 with a long sleeved adults shirt available for £55.
The kit is now available online at www. eliteprosports.co.uk/ doncaster-rovers www. eliteprosports.co.uk/ doncaster-rovers
The kit is also available from the Club Store at the Eco-Power Stadium. The Club Store is open from 9am-4pm on Friday and from 10am to 4pm on Saturday and Sunday.
Uriah Rennie, the first Black referee in the Premier League, has passed away at the age of 65.
