First UK Degree Level Learning Disabled Performing Arts Course Launched in Yorkshire
Bradford’s Mind the Gap has launched a new Performing Arts course for adults with learning disabilities and/or autism. York St John University has validated the course, which will give successful students a Certificate in HIgher Education. The first in the UK, this course equates to the completion of the first year of a degree. Many […]
The Tetley – Supporting Superheroes (and this one’s just 8 years old)
The Tetley’s Superheroes of Leeds campaign asks members of the public to nominate anyone they feel has gone that extra mile during lockdown. One of the responses was unexpected – that of James Tortice, who is creating artwork to sell to raise money for his friend Henry. Henry, who is 5, has neurobastoma. This is […]
Mikron Theatre Company Presents a Dog’s Tale
Mikron Theatre Company is celebrating its 49th year of touring (by road, river and canal) with A Dog’s Tale, a new play from Poppy Hollman. Poppy’s musical comedy caper pays homage to our best (four legged) friends and the bond between wo/man and dog. Follow the adventure of Linda and rescue dog Gary as they […]
A journey from mental breakdown
Abi Fenton, who became housebound when she experienced a mental breakdown, is running 75 miles this May, in aid of Leeds Mind and in recognition of last week being Mental Health Awareness Week. Having worked as a special needs teacher, Methley-based Abi left her job to pursue a career as a holistic healer. As a […]
Spire Leeds Hospital receives top MacMillan Award for cancer care
One of the UK’s top awards has been received by Spire Leeds Hospital for excellence in cancer care, scoring the maximum for every section assessed for The MacMillan Quality Environment Mark (MQEM). This is the first time a private hospital has received the maximum score across the board. It is the result of rigorous assessment […]
