Jammie Dodgers maker says Strictly ‘fabulous’ trend helped its profits surge
Comments Off on Jammie Dodgers maker says Strictly ‘fabulous’ trend helped its profits surgeCraig Revel Horwood campaign and Dubai-inspired biscuits drove revenue to £695m
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The Property Sourcing Company launches app to transform property investment
Comments Off on The Property Sourcing Company launches app to transform property investmentThe membership-based app will officially launch next weekend at an investor event in Manchester
Jet2 on track to £439m profits despite £10m costs of launching Gatwick base
Comments Off on Jet2 on track to £439m profits despite £10m costs of launching Gatwick baseThe holidays firm has expanded the number of UK airports it flies from
Budget 2026: Balanced budget protects and backs North Lincolnshire’s future
Comments Off on Budget 2026: Balanced budget protects and backs North Lincolnshire’s futureNorth Lincolnshire Council has approved a balanced budget that protects vital support for vulnerable residents while continuing to invest in roads, regeneration, flood resilience and local communities.
Despite reduced Government funding, rising costs and growing demand for essential services, the council has agreed a clear and disciplined financial plan focused on stability, protection and long-term value.
Around 80 per cent of council spending directly supports vulnerable adults, children and local communities – services that are not provided by any other organisation.
The budget safeguards care and support for older and disabled residents, maintains the council’s long-term financial sustainability and continues to back businesses to create secure, well-paid jobs.
Cllr Rob Waltham said: “This is a responsible budget for challenging times. We have protected the things that matter most – particularly support for vulnerable residents – while continuing to invest in North Lincolnshire’s future.
“National decisions have increased costs for councils without fully funding them. We will not hollow out essential services for short-term gain. This plan is balanced, disciplined and focused on long-term stability.”
Higher employer National Insurance contributions, Living Wage uplifts and sustained inflationary pressures have driven significant increases in workforce costs, with more than £6m added to social care costs alone this year.
The Government settlement does not fully fund those increases, leaving councils expected to bridge the gap.
Cllr Waltham added: “The Government has chosen to cut funding to councils. This budget is not about expansion – it is about protection.
“It preserves frontline support and ensures the council remains financially resilient in the face of externally driven cost pressures. More than 80 per cent of our capital investment programme is funded through external grants rather than local taxation, and our ongoing efficiency programme continues to reshape services around prevention and long-term value rather than crisis response.”
The budget commits more than £200m over the next four years to infrastructure, regeneration and community facilities – strengthening town centres, protecting homes from flooding, supporting economic growth and improving local environments.
Budget highlights include:
- £20m for highways improvements from April
- £10m investment in schools across North Lincolnshire
- £3m grant pot for rural communities
- Creation of an additional 100 new special educational needs school places
- Multi-million-pound leisure refurbishments at Pods and Riddings & Quibell Park
- Investment in Scunthorpe community centres
- Development of the Ashby Hub
- Tree-planting target increased to 750,000
- Free swimming during Easter and summer holidays for children and young people
- Free books for all children up to the age of five
- Free car parking in Ashby, Brigg and Scunthorpe
- Continued support for the Armed Forces community
- Weekly brown bin collections with no additional charge
- £5m for flood protection across the Isle and along the Humber bank
- Completion of the Burringham Bypass
- Expansion of Sir John Mason House, adding five new rooms
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Faldo Futures Qualifier, a chance for junior golfers to shine at Normanby Hall!
Comments Off on Faldo Futures Qualifier, a chance for junior golfers to shine at Normanby Hall!We’re thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for junior golfers at Nomanby Hall Golf Course! On Sunday, 3 May, we’ll be hosting the Faldo Futures Qualifier, a fantastic event for golfers aged 7 – 12 (as of 1 Jan). This is not only a chance to compete in a hole strokeplay competition, but also an opportunity to take the first step toward a regional qualifier and meet the legend himself, Sir Nick Faldo!
The Details:
- When: Sunday 3 May
- Tee Times: From 10.30am (Times will be released approx 3 days before the event)
- Location: Normanby Hall Golf Club
- Age Groups: 7-8, 9-10, 11-12 (boys & girls)
- Entry fee: £12 (includes competition entry, practice balls, and a chip butty & soft drink after play)
- Course Length: 1800-2200 yards (9-hole short course)
Whether you’re an experienced golfer or just starting out, the Faldo Futures Qualifier is all about bringing together young players to challenge themselves, develop their skills and enjoy the game in a fun and supportive environment. There’s no handicap required, just bring your enthusiasm, and love for golf!
The best part? The Faldo Futures is a stepping stone to even bigger things. Those who do well in the qualifier will have the chance to progress to regional qualifiers and potentially even the Faldo Futures Final, where3 they’ll get to meet Sir Nick Faldo, one of golf’s greatest champions.
We know that golf is not just about the competition, it’s about developing skills, making friends, and having fun. This event provides an exciting platform for juniors to test their abilities while being part of a welcoming golfing community.
Our junior golf coach, Chris and the team at Normanby Hall Golf Course are all set to make this event on to remember. As always, we’re committed to supporting young golfers in their journey, whether they’re aiming for the top or simply looking to have fun on the course.
Ready to putt your skills to the test?
Register by clicking here and be part of the Faldo Futures Qualifier! Spots are limited, so don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity.
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February half term fun!
Comments Off on February half term fun!From 16 to 22 February, get ready for a half term filled with fun, energy, and endless memories at NL Active! Whether your kids are into splashing, climbing, or friendly competition, we’ve got something to keep them moving, smiling, and having an unforgettable break.
Forget the screens and bring the excitement with a mix of awesome activities that will help them burn off that holiday excitement and build new skills.
Here’s What We’ve Got Lined Up:
Splash-tacular Pool Sessions
Let your little ones dive into the fun this half term with our exciting pool sessions!
Take on the giant inflatable obstacle course and challenge friends to see who will be crowned king or queen of the course! Or transform into a magical mermaid and experience life beneath the waves. Prefer to keep things relaxed? Come along to our Funsplash sessions to splash around, make new friends and enjoy the water!
Climbing Wall Challenge
Does your child love a challenge? Our climbing walls will test their strength and bravery! Whether they’re new or seasoned climbers, our instructors will guide them through a thrilling climb and help them build confidence and tire them out nicely for an early night!
Ready, Set, Shred! Skate Park Sessions
Hit the ramps and channels for some skate park fun! Whether they’re into skateboarding, scootering, or rollerblading, our parks at NL Active Epworth, Winterton and Ancholme are ready to shred! Best of all…. they’re 100% FREE!
Supercharged Swimming Lessons
Get a head start on swimming skills with our crash course swimming lessons! Designed for all levels, these one to one and group based lessons will help your child learn water safety, gain confidence in the water and improve their strokes while having fun.
Click here to find out more and secure your child’s place today!
Discounted Racket Sports
Smash boredom this February with amazing deals on racket sports! From pickleball to table tennis, it’s the perfect chance for your kids to try something new, have fun, and stay active this half term.
Play More, Pay Less. 3G Pitch Hire Half Price!
Calling all future football stars! Gather the squad and hit our 3G pitches for a game, practice, or simply a friendly kick about. With half price sessions this half term, it’s the perfect way to score big on fun!
Did you know you can now book our pitches online? Click here!
Half term Made EASY!
With so many activities to choose from, there’s something for every child to enjoy at NL Active this holiday. Whether they love the water, are excited to climb, or prefer a sporty challenge, we’ve got you covered.
Don’t miss out on the action! Book early to secure your child’s spot and avoid disappointment. To reserve their activities, simply pop by your local NL Active centre or give us a call on 01724 291900.
Click here to view our full children’s half term activity timetable
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UK investor Michael Flacks ‘very interested in British Steel takeover’
Comments Off on UK investor Michael Flacks ‘very interested in British Steel takeover’Businessman, who says he is a ‘big, bullish believer’, would combine Scunthorpe steelworks with Italian plant
The British investor Michael Flacks is reportedly “very” interested in buying British Steel and combining it with another plant in Italy, in a deal that would create one of Europe’s largest metals groups.
The businessman’s Miami-based investment group, Flacks Group, which specialises in buying distressed companies, is working with bankers to prepare a bid for government-controlled Scunthorpe steelworks, the Financial Times reported.
Man who stabbed nine-year-old to death in Lincolnshire found guilty of murder
Comments Off on Man who stabbed nine-year-old to death in Lincolnshire found guilty of murderFamily of Lilia Valutyte, killed by Deividas Skebas in July 2022, say she ‘will always live in our hearts’
A man who stabbed a nine-year-old girl to death in 2022 has been found guilty of her murder.
Deividas Skebas, a 26-year-old Lithuanian man, killed Lilia Valutyte by stabbing her through the heart while the child was playing with a hula hoop outside her mother’s embroidery shop in Boston, Lincolnshire, on 28 July 2022.
‘We need to accept the cost’: future of British Steel unclear as bills for government build up
Comments Off on ‘We need to accept the cost’: future of British Steel unclear as bills for government build upPropping up operations at Scunthorpe site, still legally owned by Jingye, now costs over £1.2m a day – so what are the options?
British Steel was losing £700,000 a day last year when its Chinese owner announced plans to shut the steelworks at Scunthorpe. After Jingye rejected support to buy raw materials, the UK government stepped in with emergency legislation to take control of the plant.
But that was not the end of the crisis. The cost to the government of propping up British Steel is now more than £1.2m a day. Yet the £359m bill, the latest disclosed to parliament last month, may only be the start.
Boost to British Steel as Turkey places high-speed rail order
Comments Off on Boost to British Steel as Turkey places high-speed rail order‘Eight-figure agreement’ made to supply new line between Ankara and İzmir – but questions over plant’s future remain
British Steel has secured an order worth tens of millions of pounds to supply rail for a high-speed electric railway in Turkey, amid continuing uncertainty over the long-term future of the government-controlled steelworks in Scunthorpe.
The site will supply 36,000 tonnes of rail to ERG International Group, the company announced, in what it called an “eight-figure agreement”.