Communityhttps://www.thephoenixnewspaper.com/news/community/feed/atom/2026-06-13T13:29:22+01:00Phoenix NewspaperThe Phoenix Newspaper UK | Latest news in UK | Positive news | Inspiring The Next GenerationBradford pays tribute to late hometown legend David Hockney2026-06-12T22:01:20+01:002026-06-12T22:01:20+01:00https://www.thephoenixnewspaper.com/bradford-pays-tribute-to-late-hometown-legend-david-hockneySuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM_-_Bradford_pays_tribute_to_home_town_legend_David_Hockney.jpg" /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;">People in Bradford led worldwide tributes to one of their own, celebrated artist David Hockney, following the announcement of his death.</span></p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM_-_Bradford_pays_tribute_to_home_town_legend_David_Hockney.jpg" /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;">People in Bradford led worldwide tributes to one of their own, celebrated artist David Hockney, following the announcement of his death.</span></p>
Wolverhampton Pride celebrates record turnout2026-06-11T23:45:34+01:002026-06-11T23:45:34+01:00https://www.thephoenixnewspaper.com/wolverhampton-pride-celebrates-record-turnoutSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM_-_Wolverhampton_Pride_celebrates_record_turnout.jpg" /></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;"><a name="_Hlk110250970"></a> <span style="font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;"><span style="font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Over 5,000 people gathered together last Saturday (June 6) to celebrate the city’s annual Pride event at West Park to celebrate inclusion, diversity and equality across Wolverhampton.</span></span></p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM_-_Wolverhampton_Pride_celebrates_record_turnout.jpg" /></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;"><a name="_Hlk110250970"></a> <span style="font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;"><span style="font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Over 5,000 people gathered together last Saturday (June 6) to celebrate the city’s annual Pride event at West Park to celebrate inclusion, diversity and equality across Wolverhampton.</span></span></p>
Victims need a legal definition of workplace bullying, GMB Congress says2026-06-10T20:49:57+01:002026-06-10T20:49:57+01:00https://www.thephoenixnewspaper.com/victims-need-a-legal-definition-of-workplace-bullying-gmb-congress-saysSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM_-_Victims_need_a_legal_definition_of_workplace_bullying_GMB_Congress.jpg" /></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;">Workers need a legal definition of workplace bullying to provide fair and enforceable protection, GMB Congress have said.</span></p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM_-_Victims_need_a_legal_definition_of_workplace_bullying_GMB_Congress.jpg" /></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;">Workers need a legal definition of workplace bullying to provide fair and enforceable protection, GMB Congress have said.</span></p>
Peregrine family returns to Worcester Cathedral2026-06-09T17:15:50+01:002026-06-09T17:15:50+01:00https://www.thephoenixnewspaper.com/peregrine-family-returns-to-worcester-cathedralSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM_-_Peregrine_family_returns_to_Worcester_Cathedral.jpg" /></p><p>Worcester Cathedral is delighted to have welcomed back its family of peregrine falcons this week.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM_-_Peregrine_family_returns_to_Worcester_Cathedral.jpg" /></p><p>Worcester Cathedral is delighted to have welcomed back its family of peregrine falcons this week.</p>
The average Brit hasn’t been on a countryside walk or seen the sun set for more than a year, showing the nation’s disconnection from nature2026-06-09T17:11:59+01:002026-06-09T17:11:59+01:00https://www.thephoenixnewspaper.com/the-average-brit-hasnt-been-on-a-countryside-walk-or-seen-the-sun-set-for-more-than-a-year-showing-the-nations-disconnection-from-natureSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM_-_The_average_Brit_hasnt_been_on_a_countryside_walk_or_seen_the_sun_set_for_more_than_a_year_showing_the_nations_disconnection_from_nature1.jpg" /></p><p>A new study has lifted the lid on Brits’ strained relationship with the incredible outdoors and shows we spend barely any time in nature, with almost a fifth (17 per cent) claiming to leave the house only for their commute or to take kids to school (9 per cent) whilst a further one in ten (12 per cent) haven’t felt mentally refreshed in over six months.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM_-_The_average_Brit_hasnt_been_on_a_countryside_walk_or_seen_the_sun_set_for_more_than_a_year_showing_the_nations_disconnection_from_nature1.jpg" /></p><p>A new study has lifted the lid on Brits’ strained relationship with the incredible outdoors and shows we spend barely any time in nature, with almost a fifth (17 per cent) claiming to leave the house only for their commute or to take kids to school (9 per cent) whilst a further one in ten (12 per cent) haven’t felt mentally refreshed in over six months.</p>
As cost-of-living crisis worsens, Islamic Relief UK and Masjid Al Falaah deliver food packs in Birmingham to struggling families as part of Qurbani2026-06-09T17:06:46+01:002026-06-09T17:06:46+01:00https://www.thephoenixnewspaper.com/as-cost-of-living-crisis-worsens-islamic-relief-uk-and-masjid-al-falaah-deliver-food-packs-in-birmingham-to-struggling-families-as-part-of-qurbaniSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM-RELIG_-_As_cost-of-living_crisis_worsens_Islamic_Relief_UK_and_Masjid_Al_Falaah_deliver_food_packs_in_Birmingham_to_struggling_families_as_part_of_Qurbani1.JPG" /></p><p>On Friday 5th June 2026, Islamic Relief UK and Masjid Al Falaah distributed food packs as part of Qurbani to vulnerable families and individuals affected by the country’s worsening cost-of-living crisis.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM-RELIG_-_As_cost-of-living_crisis_worsens_Islamic_Relief_UK_and_Masjid_Al_Falaah_deliver_food_packs_in_Birmingham_to_struggling_families_as_part_of_Qurbani1.JPG" /></p><p>On Friday 5th June 2026, Islamic Relief UK and Masjid Al Falaah distributed food packs as part of Qurbani to vulnerable families and individuals affected by the country’s worsening cost-of-living crisis.</p>
Families reminded to check prom vehicle licences after luxury hire car seized and firm prosecuted2026-06-08T18:21:45+01:002026-06-08T18:21:45+01:00https://www.thephoenixnewspaper.com/families-reminded-to-check-prom-vehicle-licences-after-luxury-hire-car-seized-and-firm-prosecutedSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM_-_Families_reminded_to_check_prom_vehicle_licences_after_luxury_hire_car_seized_and_firm_prosecuted.jpg" /></p><p>Prom season is just around the corner and those using luxury hire vehicles for pupils’ parties across the city are reminded to double check companies are licensed.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM_-_Families_reminded_to_check_prom_vehicle_licences_after_luxury_hire_car_seized_and_firm_prosecuted.jpg" /></p><p>Prom season is just around the corner and those using luxury hire vehicles for pupils’ parties across the city are reminded to double check companies are licensed.</p>
Birmingham agencies join forces to win major European airport transport brief2026-06-07T19:58:01+01:002026-06-07T19:58:01+01:00https://www.thephoenixnewspaper.com/birmingham-agencies-join-forces-to-win-major-european-airport-transport-briefSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM_-_Birmingham_agencies_join_forces_to_win_major_European_airport_transport_brief1.jpg" /></p><p>Two of Birmingham’s leading independent agencies have come together to secure a significant brief from European airport transfer brand Flibco.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM_-_Birmingham_agencies_join_forces_to_win_major_European_airport_transport_brief1.jpg" /></p><p>Two of Birmingham’s leading independent agencies have come together to secure a significant brief from European airport transfer brand Flibco.</p>
Europe's must-see exhibition 'House of Dreamers' arrives in London this summer2026-06-07T19:51:09+01:002026-06-07T19:51:09+01:00https://www.thephoenixnewspaper.com/europe-s-must-see-exhibition-house-of-dreamers-arrives-in-london-this-summerSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM_-_Europes_must-see_exhibition_House_of_Dreamers_arrives_in_London_this_summer.jpg" /></p><p>Arriving in London for the first time this summer, ‘House of Dreamers’ is an immersive exhibition dedicated to dreamers of all ages — an emotional journey through 16 experiential installations created by designers Elena and Giulia Sella, each designed to inspire and celebrate the power of dreams, opening 26th June 2026.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM_-_Europes_must-see_exhibition_House_of_Dreamers_arrives_in_London_this_summer.jpg" /></p><p>Arriving in London for the first time this summer, ‘House of Dreamers’ is an immersive exhibition dedicated to dreamers of all ages — an emotional journey through 16 experiential installations created by designers Elena and Giulia Sella, each designed to inspire and celebrate the power of dreams, opening 26th June 2026.</p>
Half-time blackout horror: NICEIC warns outdoor setups could fail fans this summer2026-06-07T19:48:41+01:002026-06-07T19:48:41+01:00https://www.thephoenixnewspaper.com/half-time-blackout-horror-niceic-warns-outdoor-setups-could-fail-fans-this-summerSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM_-_Half-time_blackout_horror-_NICEIC_warns_outdoor_setups_could_fail_fans_this_summer.webp" /></p><p>With a huge summer of sport ahead, including the world’s largest football tournament, kicking off in June, and the Commonwealth Games in July, households across the UK are transforming their gardens into open-air fan zones.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM_-_Half-time_blackout_horror-_NICEIC_warns_outdoor_setups_could_fail_fans_this_summer.webp" /></p><p>With a huge summer of sport ahead, including the world’s largest football tournament, kicking off in June, and the Commonwealth Games in July, households across the UK are transforming their gardens into open-air fan zones.</p>
Join community sessions to shine spotlight on local issues2026-06-07T19:46:03+01:002026-06-07T19:46:03+01:00https://www.thephoenixnewspaper.com/join-community-sessions-to-shine-spotlight-on-local-issuesSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM_-_Join_community_sessions_to_shine_spotlight_on_local_issues.png" /></p><p>People can have their say about local issues and learn about activities taking place in their community at a series drop-in sessions held across Wolverhampton.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM_-_Join_community_sessions_to_shine_spotlight_on_local_issues.png" /></p><p>People can have their say about local issues and learn about activities taking place in their community at a series drop-in sessions held across Wolverhampton.</p>
Community artworks unveiled during Community Rail Week2026-06-06T21:36:10+01:002026-06-06T21:36:10+01:00https://www.thephoenixnewspaper.com/community-artworks-unveiled-during-community-rail-weekSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM_-_Community_artworks_unveiled_during_Community_Rail_Week1.jpg" /></p><p>A new community-led art installation celebrating the identity, landscape and stories of Prees has been officially unveiled at Prees railway station as part of this year’s Community Rail Week.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM_-_Community_artworks_unveiled_during_Community_Rail_Week1.jpg" /></p><p>A new community-led art installation celebrating the identity, landscape and stories of Prees has been officially unveiled at Prees railway station as part of this year’s Community Rail Week.</p>
Team Euston refreshes station garden for World Environment Day2026-06-06T21:31:23+01:002026-06-06T21:31:23+01:00https://www.thephoenixnewspaper.com/team-euston-refreshes-station-garden-for-world-environment-daySuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM_-_Team_Euston_refreshes_station_garden_for_World_Environment_Day.jpg" /></p><p>London Euston’s garden has been revamped in time for World Environment Day, as staff came together to prepare the station’s Railway 200 garden for passengers and the local community to enjoy over the summer.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM_-_Team_Euston_refreshes_station_garden_for_World_Environment_Day.jpg" /></p><p>London Euston’s garden has been revamped in time for World Environment Day, as staff came together to prepare the station’s Railway 200 garden for passengers and the local community to enjoy over the summer.</p>
New Armed Forces Hub welcomes first veterans2026-06-05T20:14:45+01:002026-06-05T20:14:45+01:00https://www.thephoenixnewspaper.com/new-armed-forces-hub-welcomes-first-veteransSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM_-_New_Armed_Forces_Hub_welcomes_first_veterans1.JPG" /></p><p>A new Armed Forces Hub held its first drop-in session at Wolverhampton's Central Library on Thursday 4 June, 2026, offering a welcoming space for serving personnel, veterans, reservists, and their families.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM_-_New_Armed_Forces_Hub_welcomes_first_veterans1.JPG" /></p><p>A new Armed Forces Hub held its first drop-in session at Wolverhampton's Central Library on Thursday 4 June, 2026, offering a welcoming space for serving personnel, veterans, reservists, and their families.</p>
As cost-of-living crisis worsens, Islamic Relief UK deliver food packs across the country to struggling families as part of Qurbani2026-06-05T20:08:11+01:002026-06-05T20:08:11+01:00https://www.thephoenixnewspaper.com/as-cost-of-living-crisis-worsens-islamic-relief-uk-deliver-food-packs-across-the-country-to-struggling-families-as-part-of-qurbaniSuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM-RELIG_-_As_cost-of-living_crisis_worsens_Islamic_Relief_UK_deliver_food_packs_across_the_country_to_struggling_families_as_part_of_Qurbani.jpg" /></p><p>Islamic Relief UK will be working with over 40 local partners, from this week as part of the religious festival of Qurbani to deliver food packs to vulnerable families and individuals affected by the country’s worsening cost-of-living crisis.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM-RELIG_-_As_cost-of-living_crisis_worsens_Islamic_Relief_UK_deliver_food_packs_across_the_country_to_struggling_families_as_part_of_Qurbani.jpg" /></p><p>Islamic Relief UK will be working with over 40 local partners, from this week as part of the religious festival of Qurbani to deliver food packs to vulnerable families and individuals affected by the country’s worsening cost-of-living crisis.</p>
Landmark Windrush monument to be unveiled in Wolverhampton on National Windrush Day2026-06-04T20:42:45+01:002026-06-04T20:42:45+01:00https://www.thephoenixnewspaper.com/landmark-windrush-monument-to-be-unveiled-in-wolverhampton-on-national-windrush-daySuper User<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM_-_Landmark_Windrush_monument_to_be_unveiled_in_Wolverhampton_on_National_Windrush_Day1.jpg" /></p><p>A permanent monument honouring the Windrush generation is set to be unveiled in the heart of Wolverhampton.</p>
<p><img src="https://thephoenixnewspaper.com/images/COM_-_Landmark_Windrush_monument_to_be_unveiled_in_Wolverhampton_on_National_Windrush_Day1.jpg" /></p><p>A permanent monument honouring the Windrush generation is set to be unveiled in the heart of Wolverhampton.</p>