Shoplifting

Shoplifting is on the rise in South Yorkshire. According to police data, there were more than fifteen thousand reports of shoplifting in South Yorkshire in 2024. That's up more than a thousand on the previous year. Conversely, in Doncaster shoplifting is down in the same period - but some shop owners are not convinced and say thieving is worse than ever.

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Portland Works

I thoroughly enjoyed filming this story about Portland Works in Sheffield. It's 12 years since the community in Sheffield saved the historic industrial landmark from being turned into flats. Portland Works is steeped in Sheffield history - it was built in 1879 and was the first place in the world to manufacture stainless steel cutlery. It's still home to cottage industries today. I also wrote this article for the BBC News website on the story.

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Doncaster Cold

We've been filming in Doncaster where charity workers that provide support for struggling families say they've been really busy since the cold weather hit. They've been handing out blankets, hats and gloves for those who are struggling to afford to heat their homes. Meanwhile a local GP says there's been a big demand for their services with covid, winter flu and Norovirus causing problems. 

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