Forge Press • 8th December 2021

The Brit Awards becoming gender neutral could improve sexism in the music industry

At the end of November, the Brit Awards announced that from 2022 their categories would become gender neutral.

Unifresher • 25th November 2021

University Strikes – What it Means for Students

Earlier this month the University and College Union (UCU) announced three days of strike action from December 1st-3rd.

Liberty Belle • 15th November 2021

Are tattoos and piercings actually unprofessional?

From a young age it is constantly communicated to us, in careers talks, from schools and even from parents, that if you want to stand a chance in the job market, visible tattoos and piercings are something to avoid.

Forge Press • 4th June 2021

Does masturbation belong in the sex education curriculum?

The teaching of sex education in schools only became compulsory from September 2020 and for years, many schools have opted to teach their students about sex and relationships independently.

Liberty Belle • 19th April 2021

What more needs to be done to help women feel safe?

The murder of Sarah Everard at the beginning of this month is a tragic story of just how dangerous being a woman can be.

ShefLive • 12th March 2021

Sheffield nurses fight For 15% pay rise

“If staff didn’t feel undervalued before, they certainly do now” – How Sheffield nurses feel about the 1% pay rise.

ShefLive • 12th March 2021

Reclaim the streets vigil to go ahead in wake of Sarah Everard's murder

Women across Sheffield are coming together to fight against sexual harassment and gender-based violence in light of this week’s shocking events.

Empoword Journalism • 11th February 2021

Are fines the way to tackle lockdown partying?

On the 21st January, Priti Patel announced the introduction of £800 fines for anyone attending a house party of 15 or more people. But will they really be effective?

ShefLive • 26th February 2021

Government choose not to prioritise teachers for Covid-19 Vaccine

A decision to not to prioritise teachers for Covid-19 vaccine despite pupils returning to schools from March 8th has been met with backlash from a Sheffield teaching union.

ShefLive • 26th February 2021

Demand for Mental Health Services Across Sheffield Surge

New figure show 70% of young people claim their mental health became worse during lockdown, as demand for mental health services across Sheffield has increased.