Sheffield Essentials

16/09/2025

⚖️ Sheffield Essentials News: Campaigners and Hillsborough families have welcomed the introduction of the Public Office Accountability Bill (Hillsborough Law), calling it a landmark moment for justice.

The bill, to be laid before Parliament today, includes a new professional and legal duty of candour for public officials — requiring honesty and integrity with criminal sanctions for serious breaches. It also introduces what the government calls the largest expansion of legal aid in a decade for bereaved families at inquests, and a new offence for misleading the public.

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15/09/2025

Sheffield Essentials News: Top Sheffield chef and social entrepreneur Chris Hanson has launched a new scheme to support community food projects across South Yorkshire.

Through his company Chef’s Counter, Chris has set up the Chef’s Counter Acorn Fund in partnership with South Yorkshire’s Community Foundation (SYCF).

Profits from private dining, weddings and corporate events will be reinvested into grants for grassroots food initiatives, with individuals and businesses also able to donate.

Chris, originally from High Green, Sheffield, said the fund will back projects that improve access to “delicious, nutritious food” — from cooking classes and social eating events to helping small food businesses get started.

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15/09/2025

🌍 Sheffield Essentials Award News: The Sheffield College has been named a finalist in the Green Gown Awards 2025, celebrating excellence in sustainability across UK and Irish colleges and universities.

Shortlisted in the Tomorrow’s Employees category, the College is recognised for its Green Careers Inspiration Project, which introduced students to employers tackling climate change across sectors including engineering, healthcare, horticulture, renewable energy and the arts.

Chief Executive Angela Foulkes CBE said: “It’s an honour to be a Green Gown Awards finalist for the second year running. Raising awareness of green skills and careers amongst our students – the workforce of the future – is vital.”

Winners will be announced at the Library of Birmingham on 6 November 2025.

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14/09/2025

From Sheffield United this afternoon

Club statement

Sheffield United Football Club’s board of directors have opted to make a change at managerial level.

After a disappointing start to the EFL Championship campaign, Rubén Sellés has been relieved of his duties as manager.

Following a review of recent performances, and taking into account the feelings of supporters, the timing of the change has been made to give the club the best possible opportunity to improve the current league position.

The board of directors wish to thank Mr Sellés for his hard work.

A new manager will be named in due course.

14/09/2025

We had the pleasure of getting up close and personal with some tortoises at the Pen*stone show! Massive thanks to Adrian for the experience!!

13/09/2025

Could Chris Wilder be back at the Lane?

Reports suggest Sheffield United are considering a sensational return for their former boss after a tough start under Ruben Selles.

What do you think, Blades fans — would you want Wilder back? 🔴⚪

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13/09/2025

⚠️ Sheffield Essentials News – Student Warning: Adult film producer Bonnie Blue has been spotted in Sheffield ahead of her planned “Freshers meet and greet” event on September 18.

The announcement has already raised concerns from parents and residents about targeting first-year university students.

📸 Picture shows her van in Sheffield today.

➡️ Please share to make students and families aware.

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12/09/2025

The amazing Rowan Campbell-Pilling ART BY AMADORA and Sheffield Children's Hospital NHS and Charity have come together to bring incredible art and the thrill of F4 racing into one inspiring project all for such an important cause. 💙

We had the privilege of interviewing all three at the big reveal at Leah’s Yard on Thursday, and we can’t wait to share it with you!

📽️ The full video interview will be released early next week – keep your eyes peeled, you won’t want to miss this one!

12/09/2025

✨ We had the honour of attending the Sheffield Lunar Chinese 2025 Launch last night – and what an evening it was! 🇨🇳🎉

Just as we were about to pack up, Jerry Cheung stopped by with some heartfelt messages for everyone involved and for the people of Sheffield. ❤️

What you’ll see here is 100% unedited, raw and unrehearsed a genuine authentic moment to round off a fantastic event.

🎥 We’ll be sharing more amazing footage from the night later this week – don’t miss it!

12/09/2025

Busy on the roads this morning Sheffield!

11/09/2025

Lets get some top tunes on across Sheffield and South Yorkshire this afternoon!! WhatsApp 0114 321 31 31. Sheffield's BIGGEST Digital Jukebox from 13:00 today! Max loves it!

10/09/2025

Sheffield Essentials News: An investigation has been launched into the death of 28-year-old Harry Hinton from Sheffield, who died following an industrial incident at Hi Peak Feeds in Killamarsh.

Derbyshire Constabulary was called just after 6am on Monday, 25 August. Mr Hinton was pronounced dead at the scene. Police and the Health and Safety Executive are conducting a joint investigation, and a file has been prepared for the coroner. His family has been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.

An inquest is scheduled to open on 17 September 2025 at Derbyshire Coroner’s, St Katherine’s House.

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