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BBC News
17 hours ago
- General
- BBC News
Saltburn residents frustrated at summer hut refurbishment
Residents are angry at the "terrible timing" of a long-overdue refurbishment of the only shelter on a popular stretch of Victorian replica shelter is a community focal point on the lower promenade at Philip Thomson said it was a "disgrace" the local authority had not taken time to understand the impact on the local community of shutting the shelter in summer.A spokesperson for Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council said the work should be completed over "the next couple of weeks." Thomson said he has raised the issue of unsafe seating in the structure multiple times over the last two said: "On two occasions previously there have been cordons around the area but no work was carried out and the shelter was re-opened."I have asked for a detailed work schedule and a plan for start and finish, but I have been given none of that."Helen Khan, who lives in the town, said: "The shelter is the only one on the lower promenade at Saltburn."It is terrible timing on the council's part and it needs to be repaired as soon as possible as it is such a well used shelter."A council spokesperson said: "The materials are on order and we have an expected timescale for completion over the next couple of weeks. "We appreciate that some residents and visitors may be affected while the work is taking place, however other similar facilities are available on the lower prom." Follow BBC Tees on X, Facebook, Nextdoor and Instagram.
BBC News
a day ago
- General
- BBC News
Kirkleatham Church View children's home praised by Ofsted
A children's home has been praised by inspectors for its "outstanding leadership and strong support", an inspection has View Children's Home in Kirkleatham, near Redcar, was rated as "good" overall after Ofsted inspectors visited in May and June. The home, which is owned and managed by Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council, was judged good at building trust with children and keeping them secure and Laura Wedgewood, who was praised in the inspection, said the work was "stressful" but "so rewarding". She said: "When you feel you've made that difference to a young person, well, it's a wonderful feeling." The home provides residential care for up to six children with social, emotional or mental health difficulties and four were living there at the time of the described the overall experiences and progress of residents and the support and protection offered as "good", while the effectiveness of leadership and management as "outstanding."Ms Wedgewood was praised for her proactive and collaborative approach, with the report stating: "The manager has built highly effective working relationships with other professionals involved in the children's lives. "She ensures that all professionals are acting in the best interests of children and challenges appropriately when plans are not being progressed." Inspectors highlighted the strength of communication with families and professionals, as well as children benefitting from trusted relationships with staff who provide emotional support and a sense of belonging. The home's outreach work was also commended, with parents valuing the support provided and reporting improved relationships with their said children are helped to understand risks such as substance abuse, exploitation and extremism. When children go missing, "staff act swiftly and coordinate with relevant agencies to ensure their safe return", the report said. Councillor Bill Suthers, cabinet member for children and families, said: "One of the real positives of 'in-house' care by the council's own dedicated professionals within our borough is it can help maintain a child's relationship with their own communities and families when appropriate."That can have enormous benefits for a child." Follow BBC Tees on X, Facebook, Nextdoor and Instagram.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
£5m year end overspend 'better than forecast' but council warns of more choppy waters ahead
A council says a £5m overspend on its budget for day to day costs in the last financial year was better than forecast. A financial 'outturn' report summing up Redcar and Cleveland Council's fortunes come the end of the 2024/25 period said the £5.075m it went over its allocated revenue budget had been an improvement of £1.56m on the figure it predicted in the final quarter. Without any cost saving measures the £5m plus figure would have been £12m. READ MORE: Family of dad who died after being hit by car 'living life sentence' after driver's trial dropped READ MORE: Girl, 7, left with brain injury after hanging upside down on galloping horse The recent report for council cabinet members admitted the stated overspend was still 'substantial' and pointed out a number of 'key drivers' that have been repeatedly cited over the past several years, including high demand and complexity for children in care cases; increased home to school transport costs; use of agency workers due to children social care worker recruitment challenges, and increased fleet hire and waste management costs. It said steps were taken in year to implement a package of control measures, including a focus on stopping non-essential recruitment, non-essential expenditure and optimising the use of external funding. These helped mitigate the pressures faced and reduced spending, although 'significant amounts of reserves' were still required to fund the residual overspend position - in order to balance the books as legally required. The report said a remaining reserve for use over the term of the council's medium term financial plan - typically five years - stood at just £2m, which was 'extremely low'. It also referenced a previous warning of how the next two years would be a 'critical period' where the council must be extra vigilant regarding its financial position. Meanwhile, the council's 'transformation programme' aims to save £8.8m in 2025/26 with 88% of the £7.5m savings targeted in the previous 12 months being achieved. The council said that delivering the programme while eliminating unnecessary spending would help protect the jobs of current staff, minimising the need for service reviews and potential reductions in numbers. The report went on: 'With regard to the most significant pressures currently being experienced with children's care placements, initiatives continue aimed at trying to address the causes of children needing to be taken into care in the first instance, with a particular focus on more complex needs that often result in high-cost placements being required. 'A key theme of the transformation programme is focused on increasing the level of in-house provision available whilst the authority continues to work closely with local suppliers to identify further opportunities to enhance the provision of locally based solo and dual placements to negate the need to incur a high premium cost for these types of placements, whilst seeking to minimise the length of time these placements are required for individual children. 'Whilst these plans are progressing, it is now envisaged they will take a little longer to implement leading to a forecast delay in the associated savings.' It suggested Government funding reforms which prioritise deprivation and need would be of benefit to the local authority, although there would be a limit to the scale and pace of any funding distribution arising as a result. The report highlighted how every council department bar children and family services spent less in 2024/25 than their allocated budget. However these gains were wiped out by the £12.8m budget deficit in the children and families directorate, driven by expensive residential and supported care placements with the number of children in such placements rising from 75 to 82 in the last financial year. For Redcar & Cleveland news direct to your inbox, go here to sign up to our free newsletter
The Sun
19-07-2025
- Sport
- The Sun
Horse racing tips: ‘She won with loads in hand last time' – Templegate's 6-4 NAP can complete a four-timer
TEMPLEGATE takes on a busy Sunday of racing confident of banging in some winners. Remember, you can back a horse by clicking on their odds below. FINEST VIEW (3.13 Stratford, nap) She is chasing a fantastic four-timer and was impressive over course and distance last time, tanking along before quickening away. She's still improving and has a cracking chance of going in again from just 1lb higher in the weights. HIDDEN VERSE (5.45 Redcar, nb) Won with loads in hand at Chepstow on Thursday. He's clearly on the up and should take some stopping, even with a penalty. Stepping up to this sharp six furlongs holds no fears. Has been knocking on the door and this looks a good chance. This marathon trip and ground suit and he's well in off the same mark as a good Ayr effort. Templegate's tips Commercial content notice: Taking one of the offers featured in this article may result in a payment to The Sun. You should be aware brands pay fees to appear in the highest placements on the page. 18+. T&Cs apply. Remember to gamble responsibly A responsible gambler is someone who: Find our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here.
The Sun
19-07-2025
- Sport
- The Sun
Horse racing tips: Bash the bookies with these three longshots including 15-2 fancy at Redcar
FIVER FLUTTER Horse racing tips: Bash the bookies with these three longshots including 15-2 fancy at Redcar SUN Racing takes on Sunday's action looking to hit the bookies where it hurts with some big value success. Back a horse by clicking their odds below. LONGSHOT DUE RESPECT (4.35 Redcar) Has the form to feature in this low-grade handicap and returns to his best trip from a solid draw. EACH-WAY THIEF GUILLAUME (3.48 Stratford) He's finished second twice this season and can figure again in an open race. OCEAN LEGACY (5.33 Stratford) She's been in consistent form, stays well and is back over hurdles after a solid Cartmel second last time. Commercial content notice: Taking one of the offers featured in this article may result in a payment to The Sun. You should be aware brands pay fees to appear in the highest placements on the page. 18+. T&Cs apply. Remember to gamble responsibly A responsible gambler is someone who: Establishes time and monetary limits before playing Only gambles with money they can afford to lose Never chases their losses Doesn't gamble if they're upset, angry or depressed Gamcare – Gamble Aware – Find our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here.
