Ms Macbeth

I’ve only lived in Sheffield for 20 years. But even I know it’s Parson Cross. I go to a class at the Learning Centre/Library. I’ve also visited Buchanan Green, which is a fantastic block of apartments for older people. Great to see some investment in the area for support and activities for younger people.

Might have to go and see his show again. His keyboard playing is a joy 😁

It’s difficult to come home with heavy shopping and be unable to park nearby. I accept there will usually be match day parking - I live in Hillsborough - but in the 20 years I’ve lived there the situation on non match days has become worse. I like Tramlines, I know it’s not commuters, it’s park runners, but mainly people from the street that crosses ours. Sometimes the cars are left for days. I know its legal, but I’m on the point of applying for a disabled space - I have a blue badge.

‘Don’t’ Care in the Community has a lot to answer for. The murders in Nottingham were carried out by a man with known serious mental health issues, yet he was free on the streets, and unmedicated. I would bet on this latest case being similar. The victims in neither case appear to be known to the killers, unlike attacks in schools and work premises, or gang related violence.

I’m not sure ‘welcoming’ is appropriate. Grudgingly letting them land here might be more accurate.

Hellaby was looked at, but the locals at Wickersley didn't want it. We lived nearby then, and I went to a meeting where it was discussed. When we moved to Sheffield 20 years ago living near the tram route was a top priority. https://www.everylaststation.co.uk/sheffield-supertram

Neither have I, but I believe recuperation can take a while. We are a couple in our 70s, and so far we don’t need any help at home. If we did, we’d have to pay, which could mean eventually selling our fairly modest home if we needed care. Our adult children work in demanding jobs, they have children to support, and they don’t live in Sheffield. The idea that a middle aged (or older) child can be available to look after an ageing parent isn’t very realistic in today’s world.

Correct, but people know it as ‘bedroom tax’. Even Shelter refer to it as that. It doesn’t apply to tenants over state pension age. info here: https://england.shelter.org.uk/housing_advice/benefits/how_to_deal_with_the_bedroom_tax#:~:text=The bedroom tax means you get less universal credit or,affected by the bedroom tax.

Lets hope the ‘I’m a man so I stand’ brigade don’t develop prostate issues. https://www.thesun.co.uk/health/22485028/urologist-men-sitting-to-pee-better-for-health/

It’s not just the press, its the nasty haters that come out of the woodwork. Social media gives a voice to all, not just those with a brain. Tough time for any family.

We had no family closer than 300 miles. We, like many parents in the 70s, both worked and shared childcare. My husband was quite as capable of looking after our children as I was. The biggest change I believe is that whilst a lot of us mums then had ‘jobs’, so many more women now have good careers, and if they leave when they have a child, it can be difficult to resume. For some, a few years of nursery fees is a price worth paying. Many first time parents now are older, establishing themselves before they become parents. . I looked after one grandchild, one day a week when she was small. She went to nursery, as did our others who live further away. They are teens now, and both parents in both families work. Our oldest granddaughter is doing her A levels. She also has a part time job, which she decided she wanted to do. I think she has inherited our work ethic!

Yes. I used it often before it was discontinued.

No, it was a 52a, and it wasn’t at school start or finish times.

20 or so years ago it was used by SCC as temporary homeless accommodation.

Very helpful thank you. I thought the changes were from April 7th, so I was gobsmacked when I saw a 52a go up Dykes Hall Road yesterday!