Health Plans announced for National Framework for HIV, Sexual and Reproductive Health Service Commissioning Public Health England (PHE) announces plans to develop sexual health service commissioning in England. PHE aims to address inequalities and protect and improve the nation’s health through working with national and local government, the NHS, industry and the voluntary and community sector. The new in By Olivia Hall-Smith • 1 min read
Health ‘Time to Talk Day’ in February with MindOut MindOut are encouraging people to chat with their volunteers about living with mental health issues on Time to Talk Day, February 6. The charity is offering free tea and cake as an incentive and will provide attendees with the opportunity to have a taster of their online support service. The event i By Olivia Hall-Smith • 1 min read
General News Help to protect the coastline for the next 100 years Brighton & Hove City Council’s Environment, Transport and Sustainability Committee are hoping that local residents will play a key role in shaping the city’s coastal defences for the next 100 years. In response to the threat of climate change, rising sea levels and stormy weather, all of which affec By Olivia Hall-Smith • 2 min read
Arts Vote Phoenix and bring top Hollywood fashion photographer to Brighton Phoenix Brighton, the artist led arts organisation on Waterloo Place, has been shortlisted in a national poll to win the involvement of international artists for a Museums at Night festival. The event is aimed at encouraging more people to visit galleries and museums and hundreds of venues across th By Olivia Hall-Smith • 1 min read
News Labour candidates urge South East students to consider EU funding as UCAS deadline looms Labour’s MEP candidates in the South East, are attempting to ensure that students are aware of the Erasmus scheme, which provides funding for a year at a European University or work placement abroad. UK students who sign up receive a non-repayable ‘Erasmus grant’ from the European Commission and can By Olivia Hall-Smith • 1 min read
International News Brooklyn Pride Centre to host lesbian pregnancy educational gathering The American Fertility Association (AFA) and California Cryobank are set to host a gathering at the Brooklyn Community Pride Center for gay mums-to-be. The Gay Women’s Gathering will take place on Wednesday, January 8 from 6 to 8pm and will provide critical information in a relaxed, conversational f By Olivia Hall-Smith • 1 min read
General News Evidence shows national HPV vaccination coverage programme effective in protecting women’s health Public Health England (PHE) has revealed that in 2012/13 the vaccination programme against the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) has had wide coverage and success. Of the target age group in England (12- to 13-year-old girls), 86% have been receiving the full course. Prior to this immunisation programme, H By Olivia Hall-Smith • 1 min read
LGBTQ+ News LGBT London announce first-ever Winter Pride UK LGBT London will come together in the new year for the first-ever Winter Pride UK. Set to take place on February 8, Winter Pride will bring together the biggest LGBT club brands and international DJs for a giant celebration. The focus is embracing equality, diversity and inclusivity, and the fosteri By Olivia Hall-Smith • 2 min read
Mike Weatherley looks happy after winning Hove for the Conservatives Photograph taken by Simon Dack 6 / 7 May 2010 General News Hove MP Weatherley calls for 1,000 signatures before Christmas Mike Weatherley, the Conservative MP for Hove and Portslade, is delighted with the response to his petition for a new 50m pool in Hove but is calling for yet more signatures. Weatherley’s petition, supported by the famous Shiverers Swimming Club, the Amateur Swimming Association and Olympic Diver Ch By Olivia Hall-Smith • 1 min read
LGBTQ+ News Nominations open for the ‘Respect ‘Loved by You’ Awards’ The Co-operative Group’s lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender network (LGBT), Respect, has this year launched the inaugural ‘Respect Loved by You’ awards 2013. The retail giant started the Respect network in the summer of 2010 and it is now the largest and most active LGBT network in the UK. The n By Olivia Hall-Smith • 2 min read
Arts Opportunity to enter global photography contest The Thomson Reuters Foundation and Nokia have launched an international photography competition aimed at empowering women around the world through images. The contest invites creative individuals and aspiring photojournalists to submit photos to document the many aspects of women’s empowerment and e By Olivia Hall-Smith • 2 min read
Arts Laure Prouvost wins the Turner Prize 2013 Laure Prouvost, known for her films and installations characterised by richly layered narrative, language, translation, and surreal interruption, has been awarded the 2013 Turner Prize. The Prize which was established in 1984, is awarded annually to a British artist under fifty for an outstanding ex By Olivia Hall-Smith • 1 min read
General News Caroline Lucas MP calls for more tax relief for small businesses Prior to the release of the Chancellor’s Autumn Statement on December 5 and ahead of Small Business Saturday on December 7, Caroline Lucas, the Green MP for Brighton Pavilion, has asked the Government to do more to support small businesses. The measures Lucas has proposed would benefit more than 2,6 By Olivia Hall-Smith • 2 min read
Health Taking a test in London is even easier during HIV Testing Week To make testing quick and easy during HIV week, sexual health and HIV centres managed by Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust will offer clinics open longer and later. Between November 22-20, clinicians at the Mortimer Market Centre and the Archway Centre will be on hand for extra lunc By Olivia Hall-Smith • 2 min read
International News Russian protest group launch first video (We are) #Gaypropaganda launches first video to illustrate violence against LGBT people in Russia. (We Are) #GayPropaganda has launched the first in a series of public service announcements, inspired by recent images of violence against the LGBT community in Russia. The organisation seeks to unite v By Olivia Hall-Smith • 1 min read
General News Brighton & Hove is Dressed to Impress this Christmas Brighton & Hove City Council is pulling out all the stops to show support for local retailers and businesses this Christmas. VisitBrighton, the city’s official destination marketing unit, has launched a campaign to inspire potential visitors by demonstrating what the city has to offer over the festi By Olivia Hall-Smith • 2 min read
Georgia Arnold Health WORLD AIDS DAY IN BRIGHTON : Durex & MTV launch sex-ed revolution Durex and MTV Staying Alive Foundation (SAF) have launched Someone Like Me, a global sex education campaign led by young people for young people. Research has revealed that 40% of people cannot remember their sex education and only 19% of women enjoyed their first sexual experience. In light of thes By Olivia Hall-Smith • 2 min read
General News New city strategy to boost sport and physical activity Brighton & Hove City Council’s economic development and culture committee have approved a new sports and physical activity strategy aimed at making people more active. Between 2013 and 2018 the plan will try to encourage people from all areas of the city to improve their health and happiness through By Olivia Hall-Smith • 1 min read
General News Council calls for ‘Sensible on Strength’ campaign to reduce alcohol harm Brighton & Hove Council has proposed a Sensible on Strength campaign to encourage off-licences to stop selling highly alcoholic beer, lager or cider. The voluntary new scheme was devised with help from Sussex Police and local businesses to prevent street drinkers, crime and public nuisance. A simila By Olivia Hall-Smith • 2 min read
General News Charity Bank launches free consultations to help Sussex charities Charity Bank, which lends solely to charities and community organisations, is offering free consultations for potential borrowers with their Lending Manager for London and the South of England, Jaishree Mistry. Research conducted by the bank found that increasingly, charities need to borrow money to By Olivia Hall-Smith • 2 min read
LGBTQ+ News Rugby stars claim many gay players live a lie Gareth Thomas, the first openly gay international rugby player has spoken out about his up-coming Hollywood biopic, stigma against homosexuals in sport and the 2014 Russian Winter Olympics. The rugby legend announced that he was gay in 2009, becoming one of the first openly homosexual male athletes By Olivia Hall-Smith • 2 min read
General News Brighton Old Town public enquiry reports Plans to improve the Old Town of Brighton, including The Lanes area, have taken a step forward following a government inspector’s recommendations. The aim is to reduce unnecessary traffic to develop the area for pedestrians and businesses and to create a more engaging environment. A consultation exe By Olivia Hall-Smith • 1 min read
Health Gay men urged to support ‘National HIV Testing Week’ Terrence Higgins Trust (THT), the UK’s largest HIV and sexual health charity, and its partners HIV Prevention England are asking gay and bisexual men to pledge support for this year’s National HIV Testing Week, to help halt the spread of infection within the community. Gay and bisexual men remain on By Olivia Hall-Smith • 2 min read
News Hove MP Weatherley Supports ‘Off The Fence’ Winter Appeal As Winter approaches, Mike Weatherly, the Conservative MP for Hove and Portslade is supporting the local homeless charity Off the Fence. The charity is run by a dedicated team of 80 volunteers. It provides vital services to those in need by focusing on three key areas: street homelessness, women fac By Olivia Hall-Smith • 1 min read
