Neighbourhood Network Newsletter

461 - 17th October 2025

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Neighbourhood Network News

Menopaus’ull's Packed Programme for October's Menopause Awareness Month

Neighbourhood Network’s Menopaus’ull Support Network is preparing to mark this October’s World Menopause Month with a vibrant programme of events and activities designed to raise awareness, spark conversations and provide vital support for women across the region. Throughout October, the Menopaus’ull Team will be active in workplaces, healthcare settings, and community spaces, highlighting the support available and making it clear …

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Menopaus’ull's Packed Programme for October's Menopause Awareness Month

New Wellbeing Sessions Launch at the Alf Marshall Centre!

New Wellbeing Sessions Launch at the Alf Marshall Centre!
New Wellbeing Class launces at the Alf Marshall Centre in partnership with Hull Warm Homes and Hull City Council . The class incorporates Yoga stretches , breathwork and relaxation ! The sessions start on Monday 20th October , 2pm-3pm , Come along & relax! Everyone welcome but must be able to commit to at least 5 out of the 6 …

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Menopaus'ull Raffle for Menopause Awareness Month!

We're so excited to launch our Menopaus'ull raffle with some fantastic prizes up for grabs including £100 Aesthetics Voucher, Dermaplaning session, Reflexology treatment, Hair styling vouchers, White sheet photoshoots and much more! At just £2 per ticket or £5 for 5 tickets it's well worth having a go and supports a great cause too! For your chance to win visit …

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Menopaus'ull Raffle for Menopause Awareness Month!

Protect Your Bank Card From Contactless Theft !

Protect Your Bank Card From Contactless Theft !
As contact-less cards have become more common across the UK, from credit and debit cards to travel passes and student IDs, criminals have begun using hand-held card readers to ‘skim’ payment details or sensitive information. Store it in a Card Defender and stop scanners in their tracks . Follow the below link to purchase and explore our online shop - …

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Events & Activities

Age UK – Unhidden Face Of Domestic Abuse Event.

A conference event, The Unhidden Face of Domestic Abuse in Older People, will take place on Tuesday 21st October at the Legends Lounge, Hull KR, Craven Park, Hull. This event builds on the previous Hidden Face of Domestic Abuse conference and offers an opportunity to raise awareness, share insights, and strengthen support for older people affected by domestic abuse. Date: Tuesday …

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Age UK – Unhidden Face Of Domestic Abuse Event

Victorian Christmas Event!

Victorian Christmas Event!
This festive season, Hull Museums invites you to experience the warmth and wonder of a Victorian Christmas - a celebration steeped in history, charm, and cheer. Wander through beautifully decorated galleries and meet the characters who shaped Christmas as we know it today.Delight in the company of Victorian characters sharing Yuletide traditions and holiday cheer. Gather round for enchanting Christmas …

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HACA - 40 Years Celebration!

Join HACA in celebrating their 40 year anniversary! Date - 19th October 2025 at 4:30pm Venue - HACA Centre. More details on the poster below :

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HACA - 40 Years Celebration!

Local News, Services & Advice

Be Safe, Be Seen – Dark Nights 2025!

Be Safe, Be Seen – Dark Nights 2025!
With autumn nights drawing in, Humberside Fire and Rescue Service is reminding everyone to take extra care during local events like Hull Fair and Halloween. If you have young people in the house who are planning to attend evening events, please share our safety tips below. Safety reminders for young people:Always go out in groups of at least three and …

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Your back-to-basics guide to keeping safe online.

These days, most of us use the internet more than ever, in fact there doesn’t seem to be much that we can’t do online. But because of the scams, disrespectful behaviour and inappropriate content that have unfortunately become so commonplace, it’s essential that we all look after ourselves, our families, finances, devices and workplace. Your back-to-basics list of easy-to-follow steps …

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Your back-to-basics guide to keeping safe online.

Prevent Keyless Car Theft "Relay Theft"

Prevent Keyless Car Theft "Relay Theft"
Vehicles fitted with a smart or passive key (a contactless key) are susceptible to a type of theft called “Relay Theft”. There are a wide range of electronic devices, key cloning devices and other tools that can be easily obtained by opportunist thieves and criminal gangs to target your vehicle. The criminals normally work in pairs, targeting vulnerable and desirable …

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Victims of crime have received record compensation from criminal funds.

Asset recovery gives law enforcement the tools to track down, and take back, assets gained through criminal activity. Which means that offenders cannot benefit from the proceeds of their crimes. New figures released show that almost £50 million taken from criminals was returned to victims, a 165% increase on the previous year and the highest amount in over half a …

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Victims of crime have received record compensation from criminal funds.

Doorbell Detectives need you!

Doorbell Detectives need you! 
BBC One’s hit TV show is back, putting the spotlight on Britain’s Doorbell Detectives capturing neighbourhood crime – and they need you! Has your smart doorbell helped solve a crime on your street? Have you caught footage of doorstep scammers or parcel thieves, or been alerted to criminals outside your home? If so, get in touch and share your clips …

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Employment , Training & Volunteer Opportunities

Delivering Energy Advice in the Community.

Hosted by Centre for Sustainable Energy, this session is open to community organisations to support local residents to reduce their energy bills and carbon emissions in their homes. This session will introduce why community-led energy advice and support is needed to tackle barriers to engagement, and support underserved and fuel poor communities as well as able-to-pay households. The session will …

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Delivering Energy Advice in the Community.

Award in Food Safety for Catering Level 2 (Accredited)

Award in Food Safety for Catering Level 2 (Accredited)
This Level 2 course provides learners with a level of knowledge to an industry-recognised standard. It is highly regarded by Local Authorities. Successful completion of the course and assessment provides candidates with a three-year nationally recognised Food Safety certificate. What you will learn: Best practice for controlling food safety hazards Premises cleaning Controlling temperatures Food preparation, storage, and personal hygiene …

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Families First Partnership Programme .

Join them at one of our three upcoming events to learn more about the Families First programme, an initiative designed to provide early help and support for families across Hull. These sessions will not only introduce the aims and structure of the programme, but also highlight the range of services available and how they can be accessed. By bringing together professionals, …

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Families First Partnership Programme .

Warehouse Volunteer (Home and Fashion Superstore)

Warehouse Volunteer (Home and Fashion Superstore)
Our charity funds around £100 million of research each year into all heart and circulatory diseases and the things that cause them. Heart diseases. Stroke. Vascular dementia. Diabetes. They're all connected, and they're all under our microscope. Our volunteers help us fund lifesaving science to improve the lives of families and loved ones living with heart and circulatory disease. Volunteering …

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Service Administrator- Yorkshire Cancer Research.

Yorkshire is one of the regions hardest hit by cancer. Together, we can change this. Yorkshire Cancer Research is a charity dedicated to funding research so that you and those you love live longer healthier lives, free of cancer. Thanks to supporters, the charity funds vital cancer research and pioneers innovative new services for people with cancer. These life-giving medical …

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Service Administrator- Yorkshire Cancer Research.

Umbrella Tenant Support Officer- Purple House.

Umbrella Tenant Support Officer- Purple House.
Winner, the Preston Road Women’s Centre (registered charity no 1106884) is an award winning, pioneering organisation delivering essential services for women and children in Hull and are seeking to recruit. Come and join our busy team, every day we make a difference in the lives of women and children affected by domestic abuse. Umbrella Tenant Support Officer - 37 hours …

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Community Wellbeing Practitioner

Company Shop Group is the largest commercial redistributor of surplus food and household products in the UK, enabling some of the biggest retailers, manufacturers, food service and logistics providers to unlock value from surplus stock, which may have otherwise gone to waste. The surplus we handle is redistributed through our Company Shop stores and our award-winning social enterprise Community Shop …

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Community Wellbeing Practitioner

Scams & Fraud News

New Scam Alert: Protect yourself from payment diversion fraud when buying a new property.

New Scam Alert: Protect yourself from payment diversion fraud when buying a new property.
City of London Police and Action Fraud, the national reporting centre for fraud and cyber crime, are urging the public to remain vigilant following a rise in payment diversion fraud - commonly known as conveyancing fraud. This type of fraud often involves criminals impersonating solicitors or estate agents to intercept large financial transfers during property transactions. Between 1 April 2024 …

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How to spot a bank scam call.

Don’t be fooled into thinking it’s easy to spot a bank impersonation scam. We spoke to a Santander customer who almost fell for a scam after an incredibly convincing phone call with a fraudster. Our scams expert Faye Lipson explains how to tell if a call is genuine, and what you might expect to hear if you pick up the phone to …

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How to spot a bank scam call

Humberside Police

35 New student officers join Humberside Police.

35 New student officers join Humberside Police.
Congratulations to the 35 student officers who attested during a ceremony held on Monday, 6 October. Chief Constable Chris Todd was in attendance to see the officers swear in, in front of their families, partners and loved ones. Congratulations to all officers - 16 of whom are on the detective pathway. Wishing you a long and happy career in policing!

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Rural Task Force team up with Mini Police.

This week, the Rural Task Force have joined forces with Mini Police Officers from North Frodingham Primary School to explore the Countryside Code. The pupils began in the classroom, discussing what they should and shouldn’t do when spending time in the countryside — for example, the importance of closing gates, avoiding climbing over hedgerows and walls, and not leaving litter …

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Rural Task Force team up with Mini Police.

Funding news

Small Grants for Winter Activities to Help Reduce Social Isolation for Older People (UK)

Small Grants for Winter Activities to Help Reduce Social Isolation for Older People (UK)
Founded by Home Instead, the UK’s leading provider of home care, Home Instead Charities’ mission is to end loneliness for ageing adults. The organisation exists to bring happiness and joy into the lives of Britain’s ageing population so that ageing adults are thriving, not just surviving. To this end, they offer funding to support local community events that enhance and …

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British Gas Energy Trust Accepting Applications to Help Customers Clear Energy Debt.

The British Gas Energy Trust, an independent charity funded by British Gas, was set up to support individuals and families who are struggling to pay their bills, regardless of energy provider. The Trust currently offers two funds to British Gas customers living in England, Scotland or Wales: Individuals and Families Fund British Gas Energy Support Fund Both are intended to …

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British Gas Energy Trust Accepting Applications to Help Customers Clear Energy Debt
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