Southampton City Council Press Releases

Can you help to make literature available to all?

Fri, 9 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Southampton City Council is doing all it can to make sure everyone can enjoy the world of literature. City libraries are working with the WRVS (Women's Royal Voluntary Service) to recruit volunteers to help expand and develop the Home Library Service. The service, run by Southampton City Council, provides an invaluable connection to the outside world for many people unable to leave their homes due to incapacity and ill health. WRVS delivers practical support through the power of volun... (read the full story)

Hazel's life transformed for the better with Platinum health & fitness, and so can yours!

Fri, 9 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Fancy getting in to shape to kick-start your New Year? For anyone hoping to work off those extra Christmas calories or to commit to getting fit in the New Year, look no further for inspiration than one Southampton woman. Hazel Jordan has literally changed her life by losing an astounding 5 stone and 10lbs in just over a year. Hazel achieved her fitness goals by taking advantage of Southampton City Council's Platinum health & fitness membership at Chamberlayne Leisure Centre. "I was wea... (read the full story)

City of Southampton swimmers promoted to National League

Fri, 9 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A swimming team which trains in one of Southampton City Council's leisure centres has gained promotion following a winning performance last month. City of Southampton swimmers were promoted back to the National Swimming Premier League after the club's swimmers triumphed in the season's final South Division One West gala. The team - who won all three rounds in the league in 2008 and finish the season undefeated - produced some breathtaking performances in Waterlooville on Saturday, Decembe... (read the full story)

Last few days to get skating!

Tue, 6 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Ice skaters only have a few more days to get on the ice at the city's spectacular winter ice rink. Southampton City Ice Rink will finish on the evening of Sunday 11 January following a successful 7 week run. The rink, supplied and operated by Cousins Entertainment Limited has welcomed over 25,000 skaters so far. This is the first year that an ice rink has been located on the Civic Centre forecourt. If you have not yet tried the ice rink or are looking to kick-start your new year's resolution ... (read the full story)

New Year`s message from the Leader of Southampton City Council, Councillor Alec Samuels

Wed, 31 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

This past year has seen us all come to terms with a recession. This has made us all think again about our own personal circumstances and how we can adapt to our changing environment. It is clear that this coming year will be just as challenging for us all. As a council we will not shirk our responsibilities and will be spending our time helping people and businesses through this difficult time. We will continue to deliver our services to all who need them, and seek, as always, to raise our s... (read the full story)

Christmas comes early: Free Insulation for Southampton's private landlords

Tue, 23 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Southampton City Council and the Dorset Energy Advice Centre (DEAC) are to offer free cavity and wall insulation to the city's private landlords and there are no strings attached. This is likely to be popular with local landlords and tenants. The original scheme started in Bournemouth, where it helped some 700 landlords insulate over 7000 homes. Southampton is hoping to replicate this success and it estimates that there are 3000 homes that will benefit from this excellent initiative. Free insula... (read the full story)

Careline and responding service celebrate accreditation result

Fri, 19 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Southampton City Council's Community Alarm Service receives the thumbs up from the Telecare Services Association after a comprehensive inspection. The council met fully met TSA's code of practice which is the recognised quality standard for telecare services in the UK. Areas of inspection included:- The monitoring and answering of alarm calls The installation of alarm units in people's homes The responding service The Community Alarm Service Monitors nearly 10,000 alarms through... (read the full story)

Thornhill play improvements to be completed by March

Wed, 17 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

A project to improve Thornhill's play spaces will be completed by March 2009, in time for families to enjoy as the weather improves. The Playways project, starting early in 2009, will provide Thornhill children with access to high quality, outdoor play opportunities. Six sites across Thornhill - Hinkler Green, Lydgate Green, Thornhill Park, Hannay Rise, Burke Drive Route and Dumbleton Park - will benefit from the new play facilities. The designs for the Playways project will consider the loc... (read the full story)

Free coach parking in Southampton

Wed, 17 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Shoppers across the country thinking of travelling to Southampton to take advantage of Christmas shopping and the January Sales are in for some welcome news. Southampton City Council is providing free coach parking for up to 26 coaches in the city until the end of January to help boost the local economy. "It is essential that we do all we can to attract as many people to the city during these hard times as we can," said Councillor Royston Smith, Cabinet Member for Economic Development. ... (read the full story)

SOS the safe haven for party-goers

Wed, 17 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The Safe City Partnership unveils SOS a response to help relieve the pressure on emergency services this Christmas by providing a safe haven for visitors to pubs and clubs in the city. Its aim is to provide advice and assistance from ambulance, police and community safety to enable the public to get home safely. The official launch of SOS takes place on Thursday 18th December at 4.30pm at Guildhall Square Southampton The innovative SOS service began operating on 11 December and will run until t... (read the full story)