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(1/2) White Ribbon Day and 16 days of action against gender-based violence.

“We Speak Up”, is the theme of this year’s campaign, which encourages everyone to use their voices and speak up to challenge sexist jokes, ...
December 1, 2025 at 3:38 PM
(1/2) A place to belong.

We all need space to laugh and to cry. A place to feel safe, a place to call home, a place to belong. It’s what makes us human.

Shared Lives carers open their home to support people with disabilities. This could be on a short-term or long-term basis.
November 29, 2025 at 11:24 AM
(1/3) PIPPA is the domestic abuse helpline for Southampton. It provides help and advice as well as referrals to specialist services. It is open for victims/survivors and their family and friends between 9.30am – 4.30pm, Monday to Friday. Voicemails can be left if the line is busy or if it is ...
November 29, 2025 at 11:12 AM
(1/2) The power of PACT

Have you heard about the Police and Communities Together (PACT) meetings? They give residents the chance to talk in person to local police officers and representatives from our Stronger Communities Team.
November 28, 2025 at 12:21 PM
Did you know that 43p of every £1 the council spends goes towards supporting vulnerable children and adults? 🤔

You can find out more about how we spend our money and help us shape our spending by completing our survey 👇

soton.cc/budgetengage...
November 28, 2025 at 12:03 PM
(1/4) PIPPA is the domestic abuse helpline for Southampton. It provides help and advice as well as referrals to specialist services. It is open for victims/survivors and their families and friends between 9.30am – 4.30pm, Monday to Friday.
November 27, 2025 at 12:54 PM
(1/3).Today is White Ribbon Day and the start of 16 days of action focused on ending violence against women and girls.

At lunchtime, Chief Executive, Jillian Kay, Leader of the Council, Councillor Alex Winning, and Executive Director, and Robert Henderson raised the ...
November 25, 2025 at 2:37 PM
(1/2) Today is White Ribbon Day and the start of 16 days of action focused on ending violence against women and girls.

The theme for this year is “We Speak Up”, encouraging people to use their voices and ‘speak up’ to challenge sexist jokes, catcalling staring ...
November 25, 2025 at 10:38 AM
👻 A rare treat for Southampton film lovers: The Phantom of the Opera (1925) is coming to the O2 Guildhall with live Compton organ accompaniment. One night only, and the organ is hardly ever played publicly, it’s genuinely special.
Book your tickets here: soton.cc/3XMnr37
November 24, 2025 at 1:15 PM
(1/2) The power of PACT.

Have you heard about the Police and Communities Together (PACT) meetings? They give residents the chance to talk in person to local police officers and representatives from our Stronger Communities Team.
November 24, 2025 at 12:46 PM
♻️ Food waste collections are coming to Southampton from Feb 2026! A cleaner, greener way to deal with leftovers, and yes, it’ll help cut rubbish and create renewable energy too.
We’ll share more soon, but you can read the full announcement here soton.cc/foodwastePR
November 24, 2025 at 12:42 PM
(1/2) The Start Safe Stay Safe app empowers you to report harassment, get support, and create a safer community.

24/7 availability: Report incidents whenever you need.
Easy to use: Capture evidence and share your experience.
Expert advice: Connect with our team or local specialists.
November 21, 2025 at 3:50 PM
Today is Carers Rights Day! 💙

This national day helps unpaid carers know their rights and access support. Whether you’re new to caring or have cared for someone for years, help is available.

👉 Visit our website to find out more: soton.cc/CarersAdvice

#CarersRightsDay #KnowYourRights
November 20, 2025 at 11:15 AM
(1/4) Do you care for somebody?

Join us for a special carers event at Portswood Church from 10am - 2pm on Friday 21 November. Speak to representatives from over 20 support agencies from across Southampton, including Southampton City Council.
November 19, 2025 at 6:23 PM
📢 Today, the Government has launched their statutory consultation on the four proposals for the reorganisation of local government in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight which will be open until Sunday 11 January 2026.
November 19, 2025 at 5:03 PM
(1/2) A place to belong

We all need space to laugh and to cry. A place to feel safe, a place to call home, a place to belong. It’s what makes us human.

Shared Lives carers open their home to support people with disabilities. This could be on a short-term or long-term basis.
November 19, 2025 at 2:08 PM
Knife crime: together we can make a difference

We are committed to making Southampton a safer place for everyone and working with partners is a key part of our work to tackle knife crime as policing cannot do this alone.

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November 18, 2025 at 1:36 PM
Our care leavers visited Parliament for National Care Leavers Month, meeting Darren Paffey MP and Minister Josh MacAlister. 💙 They called it a “once-in-a-lifetime” and “10/10” experience that inspired them to get involved and have their voices heard. 💙
November 18, 2025 at 10:27 AM
Today is the start of Sceptre, a week-long, national campaign that aims to tackle knife crime. Coordinated by the National Police Chiefs' Council, the aim is to raise awareness of the part we all have to play in helping to detect, reduce and prevent knife crime.

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November 17, 2025 at 10:39 AM
Have your say on our Adult Social Care Direct Payments Policy.

As we want to put people at the heart of what we do, we have worked with residents who access our adult social care services and their carers to create a new policy on Direct Payments.

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November 12, 2025 at 2:21 PM
The power of PACT

Have you heard about the Police and Communities Together (PACT) meetings? They give residents the chance to talk in person to local police officers and representatives from our Stronger Communities Team.

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November 12, 2025 at 11:04 AM
A place to belong

We all need space to laugh and to cry. A place to feel safe, a place to call home, a place to belong. It’s what makes us human.

Shared Lives carers open their home to support people with disabilities. This could be on a short-term or long-term basis.

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November 11, 2025 at 2:59 PM
🎉 In partnership with Bluestar, we're reducing the cost of the Southampton Weekend Park & Ride to just £3 for sustainable, affordable travel for the whole family or friends (up to 5 people) into the city centre.
November 10, 2025 at 7:05 PM
Get protected this winter 💉

Flu can be dangerous for people at higher risk — including children, older adults, pregnant women and those with long-term health conditions.

You can book your vaccination through your GP surgery, participating pharmacy, or in the NHS App.

➡️ nhs.uk/flu-vaccine
November 7, 2025 at 2:16 PM
(1/4) Free workshop for people applying to the National Lottery’s Awards for All Programme

Are you a member of a community group, voluntary organisation or charity looking to secure some funding through the National Lottery’s Awards for All programme?
November 7, 2025 at 10:42 AM