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ISSUE 27 - Autumn 2020
MORE NEW HOMES FOR BRUNSWICK…
Building work The house on
Buttercup Street stands
continues with lots proudly next to the
of families choosing new allotments and
to buy their new orchard, overlooking
home in Brunswick the prestigiously named
Sylvia Pankhurst Way.
Divya, Sineesh and their family, moved
into their new home in August and said: The name for the new boulevard running
”The house is beautiful and the area is through the heart of Brunswick was chosen
perfect, full of history and right on the in recognition of the daughter of the
doorstep of the city centre with lots of famous suffragette Emmeline Pankhurst.
wonderful things to do. The new boulevard,
“It’s just perfect in every way especially Sylvia Pankhurst Way will
bringing up a young family - we could be completed by
not be happier”. summer 2021.
4 IMPORTANT! OFFICE
UPDATE ON PAGE FOUR.
Equality and IMPORTANT!
Diversity in S4B Since the impact of the COVid19 virus hit
We have a range of ways to communicate and keep
the community we have worked to ensure
in touch with everyone. During the current pandemic,
clear key messages reached all of our
it’s more important then ever for us to connect with
customers.
and reach out to all our customers.
From interpreters aiding conversations over the telephone or in person, The S4B website can be translated into 110
website functionality translating text to speech option for the visually different languages by clicking the button
impaired, there is always a way we can connect with you. in the top right hand corner and selecting
the language of your choice. S4B also
Marta, originally from Latvia, lives at Elizabeth
Yarwood Court and does not speak English.
promoted Doctors of the World website Resident property
With the aid of the Big Word we met with
https://www.doctorsoftheworld.org.
uk/coronavirus-information/ to ensure
alterations
Marta to find out a little more about her and everyone can understand key COVID-19 If you want to make any alterations
the beautiful garden she has created at her related messages. to your property, you can only do so
home during lockdown. with prior permission of S4B.
In Brunswick S4B are active members in
Elizabeth Yarwood Court scheme manager, local groups: Please get in touch if you would like
Donna Shaw said: “The Big Word service is to make any alterations to your home,
Age Friendly: Health & Well-being for
invaluable to us when one of our customers such as:
Older Residents Focus Group
does to speak English and we do not Laminate flooring
speak theirs.
Ardwick and Longsight Covid Mutual
Marta and her ‘lockd
own’ garden. Wi-fi controlled heating such as
Aid Group
“And it is so easy to use, I just dial the number Nest or Hive
and select the language from a list of codes
Caribbean And African Health Network External decorations or structures
and you’re connected with an interpreter - Community response to COVID-19 in garden
who speaks to the customer in their mother The S4B community is diverse and from a
We are also part of House Proud Email your request to:
tongue. range of backgrounds and cultures.
Manchester. HouseProud is a network info@s4bmanchester.co.uk.
“The interpreter then explains what they The S4B housing team also has a diverse mix of group for LGBT people working in Any consent to will be provided in
have said - they pretty much just act as a officers and operatives, with six members of the social housing who aim to raise writing to residents.
go-between in a three-way conversation. team from BAME background, three from the awareness of LGBT issues across the
LGBT community and 10 languages spoken. industry and Influence policy and boards’
“It must be very reassuring for the customer
as they can just talk freely with confidence. I S4B has championed gender equality and
decision makers.
Know your Councillors
found out so much about Marta in one short highlighted the important role Manchester Onward (part of S4B) are also very proud to
Tina Hewitson - Tel: 0161 237 1805.
conversation that I did not know from all played in securing women’s suffrage with the support the mental health charity CALM
cllr.t.hewitson@manchester.gov.uk
the time she has lived here. It was wonderful new main boulevard being named after the (Campaign Against Living Miserably)
to hear”. Pankhurst movement. as our charity partner. Bernard Priest - Tel: 0161 740 8407.
The Big Word is also used for customers The S4B housing office is a registered hate For more information on the diverse work cllr.b.priest@manchester.gov.uk
who telephone in to the contact team. The crime reporting centre, tackling prejudice in S4B is involved in please get in touch.
system can be used in the same way for the the community and showing S4B as an open Telephone 0300 555 0128 or email Amna Abdullatif - Tel: 07971 384 539.
cllr.amna.abdullatif@manchester.gov.uk
interpreter to converse on behalf of the caller. organisation. info@s4bmanchester.co.uk.
02 03
S4B HOUSING Rechargeable repairs
OFFICE UPDATE S4B carry out repairs as standard on the structure of your
home along with gas, electricity, plumbing, and heating
installations etc. These repairs are free and fall under the
The S4B housing office BOOK A
APPOINTMN
EN terms of your tenancy agreement.
BEFORE T
remains closed except for YOU VISIT.
Most people take a real pride or where a resident appears
pre-booked appointments. in where they live, but there to have broken a fixture or
It’s still better to try to resolve things over the The service has been amended to ensure the are a few who deliberately fittings.
phone or online if possible. safety of all residents and S4B colleagues. We cause damage to their home. You don’t have to pay for
If you need to make an appointment to visit will continue to review the service every two
weeks in line with Government instruction Any damage caused things such as fair wear and
the office, the following guidelines apply:
and advice. deliberately or by neglect will tear, or for any damage caused
a one-in-one-out system is in place - have to be paid for by the by a crime that has been
please wait outside until asked to enter In an emergency, for more information,
or to book an appointment, telephone resident. reported to the police.
use the available sanitiser stations when
S4B on 0300 555 0128 or email These are known as For more information please
entering and leaving the building
info@s4bmanchester.co.uk. rechargeable repairs e.g. get in touch T: 0300 555 0128
a one-way system is in operation with
signs to guide you damage to locks, broken doors or email
keep a two-metre distance from others at
Paying your rent and frames, gates forced open info@s4bmanchester.co.uk
all times Remember, even in these difficult times,
your rent is your responsibility.
wear a facemask or face covering (unless
There is a range of ways to pay your rent:
Meter cheating is
you have been told you are exempt)
come to the office at your appointment Direct Debit or Standing Order
dangerous and could
time or call to let us know if you’re unable Recurring card payment
to attend BAC’s transfer
Please do not visit the office if you do not
cost you your life!
Allpay online using a debit or credit card
have an appointment.
Cash or card at any PayPoint outlet
S4B continues to deliver services to the
Pay over the telephone by calling
Brunswick community, carrying out Energy theft is when a person is not paying for their gas or electricity
0300 555 0128
inspections, managing issues and making
Your nearest PayPoint outlet is Go Local, or they are paying less than they should because their meter has been
arranged visits.
4 Polygon Street, Manchester M13 9SG. tampered with or bypassed.
The estate services team continues to work
to keep communal areas clean and safe and If you are struggling to pay your rent or need
help, please advise S4B as soon as possible. Tampering with energy meters For more information on
repairs continue to be completed.
to save money is extremely what to look out for, or
You can pay and view your account online at
https://my.onward.co.uk/s4b/www/login dangerous. to report a meter cheat
The first signs can be shocks anonymously, visit the
from switches and burns from Stay Energy Safe website
Getting in touch with S4B appliances, but sudden fires and www.stayenergysafe.co.uk
S4B is here to help. For more information, or if you need advice, support or just even explosions are possible too, or call the helpline
someone to talk to, please get in touch - please don’t suffer in silence. 0800 023 277.
putting you and your family in
Telephone: 0300 555 0128 or send us an email: info@s4bmanchester.co.uk. real danger.
04 05
Providing a new hub with new shopping
and community facilities including a new
neighbourhood office.
Significantly increasing the number of car
parking spaces within individual properties
from 67% to 95%.
A new 60-apartment extra care scheme
for people aged 55 and over with day care
centre with community facilities which is
due to be completed in early 2021.
BRUNSWICK
LEADING THE WAY IN REGENERATION
THE RESULTS ARE IN!
Earlier this year, we asked residents of the
Brunswick community including current
Since 2014 S4B has been delivering regeneration and improvement to
residents of Elizabeth Yarwood Court (EYC)
Brunswick. Managing the rehousing of 250 residents whose homes were
to suggest a name for the Extra Care Scheme.
demolished as they were not in good condition, with over 85% choosing
to stay in the neighbourhood. The names were shortlisted and put to a
public vote at the start of July - 136 responses
The regeneration project has meant were received.
major investment to transform The results show a clear preferred name of
Brunswick, including:
Improvements to more than 650 council
homes - including new modern kitchens
Brunswick Village.
and bathrooms, external works and With 44.12% of votes for the name to be - Brunswick.
improved energy efficiency.
And 30% of votes for the suffix to be - Village.
Creating 300 new high-quality family
homes for sale and 200 for council rent
with a variety of desirable designs and Here’s an update...
property types.
Improving green and recreational areas The old shops on Brunswick Street were We have been talking to residents of
Improving the layout of the in the neighbourhood, with landscaping, demolished in 2018 and work started on EYC to understand their preferences for
neighbourhood through removing planting more trees and installing new the new Extra Care development. Building when they move in to the extra care scheme -
stalled in March when the country went in to Brunswick Village.
or gating existing alleyways, with new play areas and sports pitches.
lockdown. To register your interest in renting one of the
and existing houses facing onto open
Introducing new city allotments and Limited construction work was allowed all-new apartments, you can do so via the
streets with natural surveillance, and an orchard. Regeneration has seen to restart at the end of June and has been S4B website or telephone 0300 555 0128 for
introducing a new green boulevard improvements to many green space areas progressing well since. an application pack to be sent in the post.
diagonally through the estate, well-kept in Brunswick.
streets and safe open spaces.
06 07
‘LET’S KEEP GROWING!’
S4B has been working in partnership
with Let’s Keep Growing and Comas
by funding a growing at home project UNEMPLOYED, AT RISK OF
REDUNDANCY OR LOOKING With hundreds of thousands of
delivered to Brunswick residents during
FOR A FRESH START? young people now returning to
the summer. Almost 100 ‘Let’s Keep the classroom, and many people
Growing’ bags were distributed to Refresh Restart is here to help. returning to work as the summer
customers to plant and grow at home. Courses are made to measure and free holidays end, roads and public
to Greater Manchester residents aged 19 and transport are likely to be far
The project helped people connect with each It is hoped, depending on lockdown
over. Learn at your own pace, in your own busier than they have been for
other during a difficult time of lockdown and restrictions, a future event will be held for
time, with expert tuition and support.
helped reduce isolation while working to residents to bring along what they’ve grown many months.
social distance rules. to cook and share with each other. For more information, or to book an
assessment telephone the friendly TFGM have been working with councils
The project encouraged participants to If you’re interested in getting involved in any referral team on 0161 881 4826 or visit and public transport operators to make
grow their own vegetables to eat at home future projects, contact Sharon Thomas on the Standguide website - travelling in Greater Manchester as safe
and developed a WhatsApp group for 0300 555 0128. www.standguide.co.uk. and reliable as possible, and everyone
participants to share photo’s, gardening needs to ‘do their bit’ to help.
Visit www.letskeepgrowing.co.uk for more Course details are also listed on the
tips and swap plants. information. S4B website www.s4bmanchester.co.uk. If you must use public transport, then
please plan ahead and allow extra time
for your journey.
Have you checked Try to avoid the busiest times of the day,
as capacity on transport services will be
your heating? limited due to social distancing measures.
This will help reduce congestion on the
roads and transport networks.
Wear a face covering (unless you’re
exempt); keep your distance from other
Chorlton-on-Medlock Allotment
Society (COMAS) hold an open
Fix your bike scheme people where possible; clean your hands
The Fix Your Bike Voucher Scheme aims frequently and carry hand sanitiser; and
hour, every Saturday at 2:00pm to encourage more people in England to try and avoid using cash to pay for tickets.
at Hartfield Close Allotments in embrace cycling as an alternative to private This guidance applies to everyone. If you
With the colder months around Brunswick (weather permitting). cars, particularly while social distancing are 11 years old or over, you must wear
measures are in place. a face covering if you want to use public
the corner, now would be a good Everyone welcome, just come along to
see the variety of plants growing in the The scheme is for anyone who has an transport, unless you have an exemption.
time to turn on your heating
heart of the community. Visitors will also unused cycle in need of a repair and will You should also get a test, stay at home
and check everything is working help get it back on the road by providing
be able to collect any surplus produce and not use public transport if you’re
properly, if you haven’t checked £50 towards the cost of a service and repair
for FREE from a selection on display. displaying any symptoms of the virus.
it already. for up to two cycles per household.
For more information email For more information visit the the TFGM
If you experience any problems, To apply, visit - website https://tfgm.com/coronavirus.
info@comallsoc.co.uk or text www.fixyourbikevoucherscheme.est.org.uk/
please let us know - 0300 555 0128.
07587 672 937.
08 09
OCTOBER IS
STAYING SAFE BLACK HISTORY
COVID-19 update MONTH
This months theme is Windrush Generations,
TEST AND TRACE New rules for the region mean:
Manchester Voices.
People who do not live with you must Brunswick Parish Church (Positive Steps), Archives (+), S4B and
Have you got a socialising journal? not visit you in your home or garden* Arawak Walton have joined forces to bring you a Caribbean Jamboree.
Can you retrace your steps?
You must not visit someone else’s home Due to COVid-19 restrictions all celebrations
It takes seconds to keep a record or garden, even if they live outside of will currently be virtual.
of who you’ve socialised with and Manchester
where you’ve been.
You should only socialise and go out with FOLLOW AND JOIN IN THE
SERIES OF EVENTS ONLINE HERE:
It could be crucial to the people you live with*
W: www.windrush-generations.com or
NHS test and trace service
Two households (or six people from https://manclibraries.blog/2020/09/25/
and it could save lives. a number of households) can meet black-history-month/
Are you from
Not only do we need to take every outdoors in areas like parks with social F: www.facebook.com/MancWindrushGen the Windrush
distancing T: www.twitter.com/GenWindrush Community (1st or
precaution and follow the rules, 2nd Generation)
we also need to play our part in
Places of worship with strict COVID and have a story
NHS Test and Trace. secure arrangements remain open to share? If so we
For more information or to tell us your story,
would love to hear
Try not to share a car with someone Brunswick
please contact S4B Community Specialist from you.
Sharon Thomas on 0300 555 0128.
Church
We can all help control the virus if we all you don’t live with - unless it is part of a
stay alert and adhere to the guidelines: school or work bubble arrangement
Stay at home as much as possible *Support bubbles are exempt from this rule.
Work from home if you can
Download the App to help protect
Limit contact with other people you and your loved ones.
Keep your distance if you go out A support bubble is when a single adult,
(2 metres apart where possible) with or without children, who lives alone
Wash your hands regularly can join up with another household.
Self-isolate if you or anyone in your Please keep up to date on the very
household has symptoms latest Government advice by visiting
gov.uk/coronavirus.
Wear a face covering when using public
transport (unless exempt)
Wear a face covering in shops and
supermarkets (unless exempt)
10 112m KEEP YOUR
English: To support your health and the health of your
DISTANCE
community please keep 2 metres apart from other people
Arabic: يُرجى الحفاظ على مسافة مترين بينك وبين.. لسالمتك وسالمتك مجتمعك KEEP WASHING
اآلخرين
YOUR HANDS
Chinese: 支持个人健康和社区的健康，请与他人保持2米的距离
French: Pour votre santé et celle de votre communauté, ! STAY ALERT
merci de garder une distance de sécurité de 2 mètres entre
vous et les autres personnes.
KEEP A LOG
Bengali: আপনিএবংআপিারকনিউনিটিরসুস্বাস্থ্যের
নিশ্চয়তারজিেঅিুগ্রহকস্থ্রদুইনিিারদূরত্ববজায়রাখুি।
STAY SAFE
Farsi: لطفا دو متر فاصله از اشخاص ديگر،ای اطمنيان از سالمت خود و جامعه تان
را رعايت کنيد.
Lithuanian: Dėl jūsų ir bendruomenės saugumo, prašome
laikytis 2 metrų atstumo vienas nuo kito
Italian: Per il rispetto della tua salute e di quella degli altri
per favore mantieni la distanza di 2 metri dagli altri
For COVID-19 health and
wellbeing information
translated to 61 different
languages, including
how migrants can access
NHS Health Services visit:
Doctorsoftheworld.org.uk
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