Supporting people's maths confidence and skills, and training Numeracy Champions is such a privilege and a reward. Building confidence and enabling skill-building really does improve mental health and self-belief. It feels good to be part of an ever-growing support network.

⚠️ A UK-wide test of the government’s new Emergency Alerts system will take place on the evening of Sunday 23 April. ⚠️ 📱 An alert is a loud, siren-like sound with a message, sent to mobile phones when lives are in danger. ℹ️ Find out more at https://t.co/P3oytrt7ae

We are delighted to announce that Portland has been graded Outstanding in every category in an Ofsted Inspection. “From the moment learners arrive on the expansive college grounds, they are greeted by kind and caring staff who welcome them each day.” https://t.co/08cQvSFVmk

To get the best out of your fruit trees you need to know the what, where when, why and how of pruning. Karen Limbrick will give you hands on knowledge during our pruning course on Saturday the 11th. There are only a few placed left so book on 01588 676060 now.

While it looks grey now, be ready when the sun shines and knowledgeable when you start your walks. The next Age UK Wildlife Talk is on butterflies, Monday 23rd January at 10.30am, just £3 per person. Call 01588 676 060 to book your place ☎.

Karen Limbrick will be running a Fruit Tree Pruning Workshop at the Centre on Saturday 11th February. This is a popular course, spaces are limited, so book now to avoid disappointment, call 01588 676 060

🎄 Did you have a real Christmas tree this year? 🎄 Your tree can be recycled - and for each one Veolia will donate money to charity. 🎄 You can put your tree in, or next to, your green bin. If it's taller than 5ft please cut it into smaller pieces and pop them inside the bin.

I am moving over to @fe_researcher and hope to see you all there 🌟

Do you enjoy crafts and outside activities? Thinking of volunteering? Come along to our Willow Weaving Volunteer Day and help us to make replacement panels for the wildflower garden.

Vacancy! @davidlewisorg are looking for two new Governors to serve in a voluntary capacity. Governor experience is not essential but candidates with SEN education and/or safeguarding experience are particularly sought out. Deadline 📅30 November

Check-in & chat is back! - Join us Mondays at 7.30 pm on Facebook live for an overview of what's happening in the Shropshire SEND system, an opportunity to share your thoughts, and to check in with each other as a community. Make sure you follow us on Facebook!

🎢 Nemesis at @altontowers will close on Sunday for a revamp. It’ll open in 2024 with a few surprises. Creator of the rollercoaster John Wardley says “the trains have travelled about 1.5 million miles“👏 🗣️ “Nemesis is going to outlive me” He'll be taking the last ride 🤗

If you are travelling to @altontowers and have a pre booked ticket, you are in for a FANTASTIC show. @JubileeFirework and @altontowers have pulled it off again! Happy and emotional at times, absolutely brilliant 🤩. Looking forward to next years already 🙌. A few vids attached 👍

New vacancy! @davidlewisorg are looking for two new Governors to serve in a voluntary capacity. Governor experience is not essential but candidates with SEN education and/or safeguarding experience are particularly sought out. Deadline 📅30 November

Additional Open Days for Snailbeach Lead Mine

New vacancy! @PettyPoolColl are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Board member who can join a well-established Board at an exciting time in the their journey in supporting young people in the future aspirations. Deadline 📅 7 October

‼️ Watch out for fake text messages claiming to be from 'UK Help', inviting you to apply for the £400 energy bills support. It's a scam – the £400 will be paid automatically. You do not need to apply. Please ignore it or report it. https://t.co/ljTlNmz9Uz

At 11:00 am Her Majesty The Queen's State Funeral will take place at Westminster Abbey. Read the Order of Service: