Sheffield News
News
Sheffield City Council declares a major incident after flash floods submerge parts of the city centre, including the Lower Don Valley, forcing businesses to evacuate. Meanwhile, the £470m Heart of the City II development reaches a milestone with the opening of the new Radisson Blu hotel.
Business News
Boeing Sheffield secures a £300m contract to manufacture aircraft components, safeguarding 500 jobs. The Meadowhall shopping centre reports record footfall following its £50m leisure expansion, while local tech firm WANdisco announces plans to add 150 jobs at its Sheffield HQ.
Economic News
Sheffield's economy grew by 3.7% last quarter – the strongest in Yorkshire – driven by advanced manufacturing and digital sectors. The city centre vacancy rate has fallen to 14%, though concerns remain about the future of The Moor shopping district. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, slightly below the national average.
Political News
Labour-led Sheffield City Council faces protests over plans to introduce a Clean Air Zone from January 2026. The controversial felling of street trees resumes in Nether Edge, sparking fresh demonstrations.
Election News
Sheffield's constituencies (Central, Hallam, Heeley) remain key Labour targets, though recent polls show the Greens gaining ground in student-heavy areas. Key local issues include NHS waiting times at the Northern General Hospital and the future of Sheffield’s steel industry.
Employment News
The new Sheffield Digital Campus will create 400 tech jobs when fully operational in September. McLaren Automotive announces 200 new engineering roles at its Sheffield composites factory, while hospitality businesses report improved staffing ahead of Tramlines Festival.
Shares in Sheffield-based Forgemasters rise 6% after securing a major defence contract. P net, headquartered in the city, sees shares dip 2% amid telecoms sector volatility.
Forecast
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Wednesday (18 June): Thunderstorms, 18°C
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Thursday: Showers, 17°C
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Friday: Sunny intervals, 20°C
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Saturday: Cloudy, 19°C
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Sunday: Light rain, 18°C
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Monday: Partly cloudy, 22°C
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Tuesday: Warm sunshine, 24°C
Entertainment News
Bramall Lane prepares to host Arctic Monkeys in a sold-out July concert. The Crucible Theatre announces its autumn season, including a new play about Sheffield’s steelmaking heritage.
Upcoming Events in Sheffield
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Tramlines Festival (25-27 July) – Hillsborough Park
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Sheffield Food Festival (21-23 June) – Fargate
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Sheffield Pride (29 June) – Devonshire Green
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Sheffield DocFest (24-30 June) – Documentary film festival
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Outdoor Cinema: Dune 2 (26 June, Endcliffe Park)
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Sheffield United FC Open Training Day (27 June)
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Sheffield Beer Festival (28 June - 1 July) – Ponds Forge
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Sheffield Chamber Music Festival (29 June - 2 July)
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Sheffield Fayre (3-4 August) – Historic reenactments
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Sheffield HorrorCon (13 July) – City Hall
Key Features:
⚙️ Steel City: Tracking Sheffield’s manufacturing resurgence
���� Tech Focus: Digital sector growth
����️ City Revival: Heart of the City II developments
���� Festival City: Summer of major events
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Transport Alert: Temporary tram diversions in place due to flood damage on West Street.
Editor's Note: This edition highlights:
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Sheffield’s flood response
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The city’s economic strengths
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Political tensions over environmental policies
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Major summer cultural events
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