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Issue 1104
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12th March 2020
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MP welcomes upgrades to Penistone line stations MIRIAM Cates, the MP for Penistone and Stocksbridge, has welcomed news that the Government will provide three local railway stations with a share of a ÂŁ20 million fund to make them more accessible for disabled people. As part of the nationwide Access for All programme the money will be spent at Dodworth, Penistone and Silkstone Common stations.
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It will pay for a number of improvements to the station designed to improve accessibility and user experience, such as the removal of steps, platform access improve-
ments, real time information, and accessible seating. Commenting on the announcement, Miriam Cates said: “Getting around on public transport is still too difficult for many disabled people, and as the Government prioritises levelling up transport infrastructure, we must ensure that nobody is left behind. “That’s why I am delighted that these three local stations will benefit from extra funding to make journeys easier and more accessible. “I am also looking to achieve improvements to the
service on the Penistone Line, and will be working with the Government and Northern on their plans to provide more seats and better reliability on rail services across the region.� The announcement was also welcomed by Cllr John Wilson and Cllr Robert Barnard who represent Penistone East on Barnsley Council. Cllr Wilson commented: “These stations are a vital link for our towns and villages, and I am delighted that they are receiving investment to modernise them and make them more accessible for local residents.�
PENISTONE AND STOCKSBRIDGE SPREAD THE WORD OF FAIRTRADE FROM February 24 to March 8, both Penistone and Stocksbridge held events to mark Fairtrade Fortnight. As well as helping all local schools access useful materials from the Fairtrade Foundation, Fairtrade in Penistone (FTiP) ran a very successful event in St Andrew’s Church. Local artist and teacher Helen Slater gave an illustrated talk about the voluntary work she has done in Nepal and also exhibited some of her artwork. Joy Webb of FTiP then gave a short talk about the value of fair trade and what steps we as individuals can take to help. Fairtrade refreshments were served and there were Fairtrade goods on sale, some of them made in Nepal. Joy Webb of Fairtrade in Penistone said: “FTiP would like to thank their friends at Fair Trader in Holmfirth for bringing them.
“Thanks to all those who attended, including Borough Councillor David Greenhough. Your generous donations have been split between Fairtrade in Penistone and Community Action Nepal and will make a real difference to some of the poorest people on the planet.� Meanwhile, the Fairtrade Stocksbridge Group had a stall at the Co-op on February 29 to celebrate Fairtrade Fortnight.
Fairtrade Stocksbridge with their stall
They held a raffle with a hamper of Fairtrade goods being won by Ann Pearson. The hamper was donated by Stocksbridge Co-op and just over £50 was raised and donated to the Co-op Community Fund. Fairtrade Stocksbridge are a small group who are trying to maintain the town’s FairTrade status. If you feel you can help or need more information, please contact Margaret on 0114 2882393.
Fairtrade in Penistone’s Helen, high in the Himalayas last November.
