1. Donations needed: We are working with One Voice York to put together welcome packs for asylum seekers shortly arriving in York.🧵

Glad to go to the picket line and stand in solidarity with everyone out on strike. Our NHS is so precious. Make sure you share your support and help our striking NHS workers get the government to the table for talks. #ambulancestrike

“If people are in debt because they can’t afford to pay for electricity, a plan that insists that they pay for electricity at a higher rate while they pay off their debts seems doomed to fail,” writes Kerry Hudson FRSL. nyti.ms/3Q6gp4O

Going into a new year can bring up lots of complicated feelings, and there’s lots of pressure to have a good time on top of that. If you find this a hard time of year – you’re not alone. If you’re struggling at any point, please remember we’re here all day and night. 💚

D I G I T A L S U P P O R T Saturday 28th January We’re not here anymore – formerly @TangHallExplore 10:00 - 12:00 Join the wonderful team Keeping Digital Foundation for any help you need with any digital queries, advice or support. 😃☕️💻📱

🚨 NEW 🚨 Our annual report #UKPoverty2023 reveals 1 in 5 people are living in poverty, including a heart-breaking 3.9 million children. The report lays bare the inadequacies of our social security system, with many unable to afford the essentials. 👇 jrf.org.uk/report/uk-pove…

🌻👩‍🌾🌻🧑🏾‍🌾Gardening Group👩🏽‍🌾🌻🧑‍🌾🌻 Our volunteers will be working in the park 10-12noon today. If you’d like to join the group become a Friend glengardens.org/Volunteering/M… #VolunteerYork #York #Heworth #Volunteer

The new #EmergencyAlerts could reveal a secret or hidden phone. Find out about the test on 23rd April and how to turn the alerts off so that your phone remains concealed. #DomesticAbuse #SafetyPlan

Pop down to see Anna Perrett Danny Myers at Central Methodist Church today & help with the York Food Drive by donating much needed items. #York

This morning we spoke to BBC York about the #EmergencyAlert this Sunday, 3pm 23rd April. We've created a simple guide to help anyone with a hidden or secret phone. Please share to raise awareness. vimeo.com/814635917?shar…

Ordinary York residents’ experiences tells you all you need to know. We hope you’ll keep them in mind, when voting out York council’s Liberal Democrat - Green Party administration out of power on Thursday. yorkpress.co.uk/news/23492900.…

Three things to remember today: ✅ Polls are open from 7am-10pm ✅ You'll need photo ID with you to vote ✅ Vote Labour

Bob and Claire have been inspiring (and tiring) to work alongside over the past four years. They work so hard everyday to support Heworth residents CYCWards_Heworth and Ben is going to be a great addition to that team. So remember your ID, and give all 3 votes to Labour 🌹🗳 🗳 🗳

Any local businesses want to sponsor our ‘Make Space for Girls’ June programme in Rowntree Park? Get in touch asap! A month long programme of events for older girls. Please RT and tag! #york

Our Next Steps newsletter is full of practical advice and ideas to help victims and survivors of domestic abuse recover from their experience and move on with their lives. Sign up here: idas.org.uk/next-steps Read our most recent newsletter ⬇️ @victimsupport @freedomprogramm

Menu for today at our street kitchen. A warm welcome to our #Homeless friends & anyone struggling to feed themselves or their families. Lovely friendly atmosphere & always time for a chat. Small foodbank & toiletries & pet food.

Freelance artists! Have you seen the fantastic opportunity to work with us We’re not here anymore – formerly @TangHallExplore ? Details bit.ly/3COIMOX closing date 11 August Arts Council England, North York Creatives We’re not here anymore – formerly @YorkArchivesUK Make It York #LetsCreate #ExploreTogether

Unfortunately, the Mobile Pension Credit Advice Bus is off the road today. Apologies for any inconvenience. Should you require Pension Credit advice today, please do contact Age UK York or Older Citizens Advocacy York. The next Pension Credit Advice Bus is on 24th July. Location details below!