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Young people in North Lincolnshire are already making a visible difference in their community – with a new youth-led project in Ashby now up and running thanks to a £5,000 grant.

The Keep it Green Ashby project – the first initiative delivered through the Volunteen pilot – has seen young people design and begin creating an inclusive community garden for local residents to enjoy.

The scheme forms part of a one-year programme supporting 10 to 18-year-olds, and up to 25 for young people with SEND, to take part in volunteering and social action.

Cllr Rob Waltham, leader of North Lincolnshire Council, said: “Young people are telling us they want to get involved, to shape their communities and to take pride in where they live. This project shows exactly what can happen when we back them – real action, led by young people, delivering what residents care about.”

The Volunteen project has been working with youth clubs, school councils and local organisations to understand what opportunities young people want and how best to strengthen the local volunteering offer.

The £5,000 investment has supported the delivery of the Ashby project, providing tools, materials and hands-on support to turn ideas into action.

Cllr Julie Reed, cabinet member for children, families and communities, said: “This is youth-led, community-focused and exactly the sort of positive activity we want to champion.

“The inclusive garden in Ashby is now taking shape – created by young people, for their community – and shows how relatively small investments can unlock something really special.”

Following the success of the first project, plans are being developed to extend the Volunteen pilot, with organisations encouraged to get involved and help expand opportunities across North Lincolnshire.

The grant forms part of the council’s ongoing support for grassroots groups that enrich local communities and encourage people to get active, connect and take part.

Since launching in 2011, the fund has supported hundreds of projects across North Lincolnshire – investing in the spaces, activities and facilities that residents say make the biggest difference.

Grants remain available for junior and youth groups, charitable bodies, co-operatives, not-for-profit organisations, and individuals demonstrating excellence in sport, art or culture. Support is also available for venue hire, helping to keep community spaces open and active.

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Residents in East Halton will soon see progress on plans to repair and strengthen College Road, with the project moving into its next stage following work to address the nearby badger sett.

The sett has now been safely collapsed in line with environmental guidance, allowing the council and its partners to move forward with the scheme.

Cllr Rob Waltham, leader of North Lincolnshire Council, said: “Residents in East Halton have been incredibly patient while the issues around the badger sett have been worked through.

“The important thing now is that we can move forward with a clear plan to repair the road and make it safe for the future.

“I’d also like to thank partners and environmental bodies for working with us pragmatically so that we could both protect wildlife and get this important repair project back on track.”

Finalising engineering plans have now been received and to repair and stabilise the embankment – with a formal procurement and contractor appointment stage.

Subject to final confirmation and contractor availability, the council expects physical works on site to begin in early May, with the aim of completing the improvements by 1 July 2026.

Further updates will be shared with residents as the final design is confirmed and work on site approaches.

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The future of Scunthorpe United has been strengthened further after the club agreed a new 10-year lease for training facilities with North Lincolnshire Council.

The agreement gives the club long-term certainty over the land used for training and player development – allowing the Iron to invest in coaching, develop players and expanding its community programmes.

It builds on the council’s support in 2023 to secure the Glanford Park site, ensuring professional football remained in the town after a period of uncertainty.

Cllr Rob Waltham, leader, North Lincolnshire Council, said: “Scunthorpe United is a huge part of the identity of this town. When its future was uncertain we stepped in to secure the ground for the long term.

“This agreement strengthens those foundations even further – giving the club the stability it needs to train, develop young talent and grow again.

“The club plays an important role in the life of this place and we want to see it thrive for many years to come.”

Scunthorpe United’s chairwoman Michelle Harness, said: “There’s a shared understanding with the council about what this club means to the town – Rob and the team have helped create the stability we need, particularly over the last few years.

“That gives us a strong platform to keep developing players, and build for the future and supporting the wider community.”

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⚽ Scunthorpe United’s future strengthened

Following the support to secure Glanford Park back in 2023, a new 10-year lease on training facilities has now been agreed.

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