False mobile theft allegations become criminal offence

Posted on May 6, 2011 by Christina Varveri

Police in Doncaster stops false mobile allegations

Doncaster Police have said that people should not make false allegations of mobile phone thefts, as it will be dealt as a criminal offence.

It has been reported that several people have registered their mobile phone as stolen, so that their insurance company can send a replacement phone to them. They, afterwards, sell the mobile to recycling companies and second hand dealers.

‘This is a waste of police time and a fraudulent offence and will be dealt with as such’, said Sergeant Jez Fitzgibbons from the Crime Management Team.

Fines, for this type of offence, start from a minimum of £80, but those caught could also face imprisonment.

Officers, from the Crime Management Team, will be carefully monitoring all reports of stolen mobile phones. They are also closely working with mobile phone companies and insurance providers to ensure that this type of criminal activity does not continue, according to Sergeant Jez Fitzgibbons.

First to launch new bus routes in South Yorkshire

Posted on March 21, 2011 by Yajing Wang

South Yorkshire’s biggest bus operator First is investing £2.5m in new buses and creating dozens of new jobs as it launches new bus routes in the Dearne Valley and Doncaster areas.

From May, First will begin to run a new bus service between Rotherham and Barnsley, via the Dearne Valley, and new routes in Doncaster to serve Scawsby and Sprotbrough. First is looking to grow the number of people using buses across South Yorkshire. Thirty-nine new jobs for bus drivers will also be created.

The new services will be provided using 21 modern low floor buses with easy access for customers with pushchairs or using wheelchairs and feature CCTV cameras. This ensures passengers can travel in safety and comfort.

Bob Hamilton, Managing Director for First in South Yorkshire, said: “This builds on our announcement last year to hold the price of our bus fares. Our multi-million pound investment in buses and jobs is a very positive step for both First and the local communities that we serve and will help deliver further success across South Yorkshire.

“The Dearne Valley has many businesses, colleges and schools that need better transport links and we are keen to provide a high frequency service that introduces these new and improved transport links. ”

First is currently finalising the customer and marketing information for these new services and will ensure that existing bus customers, as well as new customers, will be fully aware of these new services in the very near future.
For details of the new bus services:

http://www.firstgroup.com/ukbus/south_yorkshire/travel_news/news_initiatives/?item=651

Domestic abuse services launched in Doncaster

Posted on February 21, 2011 by Ruth Etherington

Domestic abuse victims in Doncaster are being asked to ‘end the silence on domestic violence’ as a new website and helpline launches in the town.

The site, www.doncasterdomesticabuse.co.uk is run by the police, council, NHS and various charities such as Women’s Aid and Doncaster Rape and Sexual Abuse Counselling Service (DRASACS).

The promotional campaign for the services

People are being urged to speak about domestic abuse

To coincide with the website launch, a helpline for victims in Doncaster has been set up to make sure people only have one number to call to receive a response to any abuse they are suffering from. The helpline number is 01302 326411 but in an emergency South Yorkshire Police advise calling 999.

Detective Chief Inspector Matt Fenwick, said “South Yorkshire Police fully support this website and we treat all allegations and incidents of domestic violence very seriously. Domestic violence is a crime and we work closely with all the services in Doncaster to make sure victims are safe once they report an incident.”

Councillor Andrea Milner, Cabinet Member for Children and Young People’s Service/Equalities and Cohesion, said “This new approach in Doncaster means victims will just have to call one number and they’ll be able to get all the help they need. The website is ideal for anyone wanting more detailed information and it’s fantastic to see more support for victims in the face of government spending cuts.”

Working-men’s clubs in decline

Posted on February 14, 2011 by Bronagh Tumulty

Working Mens Club’s around the country are struggling to keep up with falling interest and lack of members.

The crisis has prompted one of the clubs in Doncaster to start a revival campaign online.

The club has started a Facebook page urging people to sign an online petetion to save the future of the clubs. The petition requires 100,000 signatures before it can submitted it to the government.

The declining popularity of the clubs has been a worrying issue for the locals as they have long been an institution in this country. For the older generation of Britain, the clubs provided a much-needed social venue. However, younger generations seem uninterested in the clubs and more interested in other social activities.

Eric James a local brewery supplier at the Phildelphia Working Men Club in sheffield thinks that times have simply changed.

JUS News took to the streets of Sheffield to find out from our young people just how the Working Men’s Clubs of today can be improved.

Robin Hood Airport Closed

Posted on December 9, 2010 by Apple Li

Robin Hood Airport in Doncaster has been closed after an executive jet suffered an undercarriage problem and ended up next to the runway.

The incident happened at 10.20am today. There were two crew on board, both of whom are uninjured. However, the aircraft remains adjacent to the runway and as a consequence the airport currently remains closed.

In a statement, the airport said the plane made a normal landing after arriving from London Luton Airport and appeared to have suffered a problem with its starboard main undercarriage as it was taxiing on the runway.

It said: “The airport’s Rescue and Fire Fighting Service immediately attended the scene as a precaution; however, the incident was stood down shortly after.

“Work is expected to be under way shortly to move the aircraft from its present location prior to the airport re-opening, possibly later this afternoon.

“Passengers due to travel from the airport should contact their airline for the latest information regarding their flight.”

Headteacher at Doncaster School Determined to Tackle Bullying

Posted on December 9, 2010 by Apple Li

Headteacher of a Doncaster School has said that she is determined to tackle bullying, after one of her students committed suicide earlier this week.

The announcement comes after 12-year-old Bradley Wiseman hanged himself on Monday, after being tormented by bullies.

Headteacher at Sir Thomas Wharton Community College, Mary McCorry, said: “The happiness and well-being of our pupils is of utmost importance and issues of bullying are taken extremely seriously. At the school we have a strong anti-bullying policy in place along with a dedicated team of staff ready to react to any incidents of reported bullying.”

One-off Moscow Ballet in Doncaster

Posted on November 25, 2010 by Suzanne Vanhooymissen

Doncaster civic theatre will tonight be host to the Moscow ballet – La Classique group. For one evening only the touring act will perform the ‘Nutcracker’ composed by Tchaikovsky, a festive adaptation of a children’s tale.

The group, which performs internationally, has visited Israel, China, Australia and several countries in Europe. They have been in the UK since October with the ‘Nutcracker’ which was originally premiered in 1892.