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5 August 2016 Issue 88North East Lincolnshire Council’s Staff Update
Plaudits have been storming in for the first ever DONG Energy Great Grimsby 10k road race and fun run.
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More than 1,600 people took to the streets of Grimsby on Sunday and the town looked great from the starting line outside the town hall to the finish in People’s Park.
Colleagues working alongside Humberside Police were last week praised for their efforts in supporting vulnerable young people from across the region.
Young People’s Support Service (YPSS) Practitioner Rachel Connor, Independent Sexual Violence Adviser (ISVA) Blue Door’s Kirsty Hodges and social worker Nicola Denford were nominated by YPSS interim head of service Paul Caswell, alongside colleagues from the police, for their ‘dedicated contribution to safeguarding children and young people of North East Lincolnshire.’
Flying Start for GY10K
Don’t just take our word for it, here’s a very small sample of the comments posted on the race Facebook site:
“I have to say you guys got it right! It was an amazing day.....most definitely the best 10k race I’ve ever done”
“Fab event! Great organisation from start to finish and entertainment and support on the route was amazing!”
“Loved this event, Grimsby has done itself proud!”
“This 10K had a special feel from start to finish. The usual superlatives do not suffice - THIS WAS THE BEST!”
“It was inspired of the council to get behind the event like they did, showcased Grimsby. Can’t fault anything .”
“Very proud of my home town for putting this on.”
“What a fantastic event from entry to finish line, really well organised with a great atmosphere, volunteers was amazing and to top it off a bargain price.”
“Amazing to have a 10k in our home town. Huge praise to the organisers for such a well organised event… Many thanks to all the volunteers and marshals. Fabulous of the council to support the event. Please do it again next year!!!”
“Brilliant from start to finish. Organisation and facilities (pre and post-race) were second to none. Great atmosphere and great support from the Grimsby folk. Well done to all involved.”
Read more at: www.facebook.com/greatgrimsby10k/reviews
From back left: Nicola Denford, board members Matt Clayton and Paul Caswell, PCSO Dave Sewell, Councillor Hazel Chase, Rachel Connor, DC Mel Goodman, and Kirsty Hodges at a presentation last week.
Chief executive Rob Walsh said: “A personal and very huge thank you to everyone who helped put on a great show for Grimsby and the Borough yesterday.
“As with Armed Forces Day, there are too many to mention but I can say, with certainty that without the dedication, commitment and pride of so many staff in this organisation, it wouldn’t have been anywhere near as good a day as it was.”
To top it all, the Council’s own running group, the NELC Flyers, took the top prize in the corporate challenge.
The group meets weekly on Wednesdays at 5.30pm alternating between the Municipal Offices and the Civic.
It’s open to all abilities, nobody gets left behind but you will need to be able to run up to five miles comfortably.
If you’d like to join in or would like more details, please email [email protected].
The race was the result of a team effort between North East Lincolnshire Council, race organisers Tape2Tape and some of the town’s most prominent employers, including our partners ENGIE and Lincs Inspire. More details at www.greatgrimsby10k.com.
Two Project Springboard clients have praised Community Learning Services (CLS) staff for giving them a chance to grow and develop their careers.
Daniel Hill and Amber Bendell began working with CLS in April, as part of Project Springboard – a scheme that provides intensive support to get young people into work, education or training.
The project aims to bring clients out of the benefits system and help them with mental health, healthy living, housing support and more.
Daniel, now working as an apprentice with CLS, said: “I’m loving every minute of my apprenticeship. Springboard has been very supportive, and has helped me to decide the type of future I want for myself.”
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Colleagues gin-tastic effort raises funds for charityMembers of the Economy and Growth team are toasting success after raising a whopping £800 for Women’s Aid with an event inspired by their drinking habits.
Maggie Campbell, Karen Goodwin and Deborah Cooper put together a ‘Gin-tastic Gin Night’ on Friday 1 July sponsored by Fever Tree Tonic.
More than 60 gin fans sampled some of the earliest-known gin recipes from a collection of 16 craft gins, heard a talk on the history of the drink, followed by a quiz and auction.
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Amber, who has now begun a full time apprenticeship with Toyota, said: “Springboard has helped me to develop a lot of key skills required in the workplace.
“I got a lot more interviews, and now I’m in full-time employment.”
Rhonda Herle, Springboard Advisor, said: “I am really proud of Daniel and Amber, and I believe that their stories can inspire other young people in our area.
“Not everybody knows what they want to do when they leave school or college, and we need to show that Springboard is there to help should they need it.”
To find out more about Project Springboard, contact Rhonda Herle at [email protected].
From left, Karen Goodwin, Maggie Campbell and Deborah Cooper showcase just some of the gins available on the night.
Karen Goodwin said: “We decided to organise the event in response to a fundraising appeal from Women’s Aid, marking the charity’s 40 year anniversary.
“The charity is asking individuals to pledge to raise £40 for the charity, as they always need to boost their services with the support of fundraising.
“The response was overwhelming, and we are so grateful for the support. The events success has sparked discussions over a ‘Gin-tastic 2’. Information will be released later this year, and we urge fellow gin lovers to get in touch for updates!”
From left: Shaun Webster, Robert Williamson and Paul Hollis pose with their recycling boxes.
In a new regular feature for Vision, waste and garage manager Chris Dunn has penned a six-weekly column on all things waste-related.Recycling Week begins from 12 September 2016 so now is a good time to get involved. Ask yourselves “what do I recycle?” and “what else can I recycle?” We know what you’re thinking. “Oh no, not more rubbish about rubbish, I do my bit already and cannot possibly recycle anymore”. Why not test yourself by walking around your home, checking your bins and asking yourself could this be recycled. Items that can be recycled:Bathroom Toothpaste boxes, toilet roll tubes, plastic shampoo, conditioner, liquid soap bottles, bathroom cleaners Kitchen
Food tins, glass bottles and food jars, cardboard packaging, washing-up liquid, bleach and surface cleaner bottles, aerosols, plastic drink bottles
BedroomDeodorant and hairspray aerosols, spray gel bottles.
Living roomEnvelopes, newspapers, cardboard packaging, tissue boxes, magazines
Top Tip! Making room for improvement Squash cans, plastic bottles and flatten cardboard. Make sure all aerosol cans are empty. Black food trays and plastic bags CANNOT be recycled as part of the kerb-side plastic bottle collection scheme.
Did you know if everyone in the UK recycled: • 1 toothpaste box, it would save the same amount of
energy to run 2,000 fridges for a year.• 1 aluminium air freshener aerosol it would save
enough energy to vacuum every home in North East Lincolnshire for the next 12 years.
By 2020 we aim to be a zero landfill authority. Together we can make a difference.For more information, visit:www.facebook.com/letswastelessnelchttps://mobile.twitter.com/NELCouncil
