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Beeston Hill & Holbeck
Keeping you updated. Issue #8
Sheltered apartments
open in Holbeck
Pictured left to right– Christine Mills (Keepmoat Community Liaison Manager), Liz Cook
(Chief Officer Housing), Councillor Peter Gruen (Executive Member for Neighbourhoods,
Planning and Personnel), Jon Hinchliff (sc4L General Manager),Sean Corcoran (Keepmoat
Regional Director) and Gail Fairbank (Keepmoat Community Liaison Officer)
The newly refurbished Ingram Court, sheltered accomodation complex
is officially opened by Councillor Peter Gruen
Built in 1976, Ingram Court has now benefitted from a substantial make over by sc4L/Keepmoat as part of Leeds City
Council’s housing regeneration project with 23 modern apartments for the over sixties.
Councillor Peter Gruen said: “It’s not just important to provide council housing, but
housing that supports people’s needs. The total remodel of Ingram Court means that
we now have a bright, modern, comfortable environment that will give people their
independence with the reassurance of help should they need it. Central to our housing
regeneration project is the drive to improve the lives of local residents which Ingram
Court will undoubtedly deliver.”
Jon Hinchliff said: “One of the most rewarding aspects of working on a scheme like the
housing regeneration project is making a positive difference to the neighbourhoods and
communities living here. It’s been lovely to welcome residents moving in to Ingram Court
and we wish them well in their new home.
Refurbishment timetable
Works to the Gaitskell, Nineveh and Meynell neighbourhoods are in progress and due to be completed in Autumn 2015.
Back to back Terraces
Start January 2015
Complete July 2015
Ingrams
Start July 2015
Condition Surveys are in progress. Homes complete April 2016
A Choice Event for Ingrams tenants will be held in the Ingram Gardens Community Centre on
Tuesday 19 May 3:00-6:30pm. Invitations will be delivered to tenants in the project at the beginning of May.
Balms
September 2015
February 2016
If your home is currently undergoing refurbishment work and you have any queries, your first point of contact is your
Customer Liaison Advisor (CLA). Their contact details are on the back page of your Customer Information Pack and on
letters you have received from us.
www.sc4l.co.uk
Milestone 500th home refurbishment complete
Councillor Peter Gruen visits Mrs Muluk Ibrahimat at
her newly refurbished home in Meynell Square.
Mrs Ibrahim said “I’m really happy with the work that’s been done
to my home. It looks really smart now and the new kitchen is a big
improvement.” .
Councillor Gruen said: “Although a long time coming, the housing
regeneration project is forging ahead.
“We’re delighted with the improvements being made to tenants
homes and the results speak for themselves; satisfied tenants in high
quality homes.
Jon Hinchliff, sc4L General Manager, said: “Being based in the
community we’re working with, gives us a great feel for the place
and we’re extremely proud to have played our part in transforming
homes and lives.”
Pictured L-R: Juliet Bennett, Irene Smith, Anne Hopper,
Sean Corcoran, Mrs Muluk Ibrahimat, Councillor Peter Gruen, Jon Hinchliff
50th new home complete
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Jozef and Donna Antalek of Lady Pit Lane at their new
home in Beeston Hill with local Councillor Peter Gruen.
A total of 388 houses will be built as part of the project and
Mr and Mrs Antalek join 49 neighbours as they move into
the 50th newly completed home in Beeston Hill.
Jozef said “We were used to living in an old Victorian house that
was cold. Moving into this modern home has been a dream; the
insulation keeps the place so warm”.
In Beeston Hill, Folly Lane, Coupland Place
and Malvern Road are now all complete.
Next new homes due for completion:
Coupland Road March 2015
St Lukes Green June 2015
Holbeck Moor Road December 2015
Training and Employment
Pictured L-R Sean Corcoran, Irene Smith, Anne Hopper, Mr and
Mrs Yozef, Councillor Peter Gruen, Jon Hinchliff , Juliet Bennett
Next new homes building starts:
Fairfax Road February 2015
Bismarck Street/Drive March 2015
Keepmoat plasterer wins 'Apprentice of the Year’
Kwami Thompson, 20, from Little London in Leeds, was presented with the
award by G4C. The apprentice joined Keepmoat in March 2014, beating 135 applicants to
become one of the first apprentices employed on the Leeds Housing Regeneration Project.
During the short time Kwami has been on site, he has shown a great work ethic and become
a valued member of the site team. The awards commended him for his willingness to support
colleagues and his ‘happy to help’ attitude. Kwami is now furthering his career by studying
an NVQ Level 3 in Plastering at Leeds College of Building and will continue to gain hands on
experience on site with Keepmoat.
Kwami said: “This apprenticeship has changed my life and if anyone is thinking of going into construction, I couldn’t recommend it highly enough.
I’m learning new skills, meeting new people and gaining experience by being part of a big project. “It’s a great achievement to win the ‘Apprentice of
the Year’ award. I have progressed so much over the past ten months, not only as a plasterer but as a person too and my confidence is at its best''
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Apprentice 'Be the Best' outward-bound course
THIRTY-TWO talented apprentices have been put through their paces at Claro Barracks in Ripon.
The apprentices, most aged between 18 and 24, spent a week away at the Barracks on the ‘Be the Best’
course provided by the Army for National Apprenticeship Week,
which runs Monday 9th to Friday 13th March 2015.
The apprentices, employed in partnership with Keepmoat and
Leeds City Council, were given the exciting opportunity to learn
the importance of collaborative working and personal development in a fun environment. The group were tested on leadership, teamwork and problem solving
skills, along with personal development including motivation, communication and organisation skills
through a series of action packed events. Sean Corcoran, Regional Director, Keepmoat said:
“At Keepmoat, we look for challenging initiatives that will help develop our apprentices. The ‘Be the Best’
course has been a great success and we are very proud of all our apprentices that have taken part.
visit our website for more photographs and details - www.sc4l.co.uk
Repairs and maintenance
Please Remember - the number to call to report repairs including fly tipping/ graffiti is 0113 366 0887
which is available 8am to 5pm Monday to Friday.
Out of hours emergency repairs can also be reported on the same number.
The sc4L Helpdesk team has changed recently. You will now speak with Nadeem Ilyas, Leanne Brown and Jane Barton,
when reporting repairs or making enquiries.
Gas Safety
Annual gas service letters for 2015/2016 will arrive shortly advising of your appointment time. The annual gas service
is a legal obligation for your Landlord, Leeds City Council, so please let us know if the appointment we send you is not
convenient and we will rearrange the visit. All council properties MUST be issued with an up to date gas certificate so it is
important that we carry out the gas checks.
Cyclical Maintenance - Grass Cutting
The grass cutting season will start in March and will continue every two weeks throughout the summer , the last grass
cutting will be at the end of September.
Public meeting
It’s that time of year again! We are holding the Public Meeting in the
Ingram Gardens Community Centre on Tuesday 19 May 2015, 3-6:30pm.
Everyone is welcome at any time during these hours to see the plans, programmes
and photos of the project. Local Councillors, Leeds City Council officers, sc4L and
Keepmoat will be there to answer your questions about the project.
We have enclosed your invitation with this newsletter, please keep it in a safe
place and bring it to the meeting to enter into the prize draw.
Keepmoat in the Community
The little cups of sweets were kindly donated by sc4L and Keepmoat staff.
The cups were then donated to:
The Children’s Ward at Leeds General Infirmary.
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The Holbeck Christmas Fair, proceeds generated from the sales
were used to purchase Christmas prizes for the Ingram Gardens Community
Centre coffee morning and the Holbeck Elderly Aid Christmas raffle prizes.
The Ingram Road Primary School
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The Little London Community Primary School Christmas Fair.
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Primary School Head Teacher, Jill Wood said “We had a great time, the
sweets went down a storm. We made about £200 profit which is amazing for
our school - thank you for your help and support - it made a huge difference”
'Brighter Futures' Site Banners
Sarah Millard, Headteacher, Ingram Road Primary said
''We are very happy to be working with Keepmoat as they are
working within our local community. After Keepmoat
presented a construction alphabet assembly for the school,
our children were inspired to design their own posters.
They are all very excited to see the posters on display
locally for all to see.''
The posters made into 'Building Brighter Futures’ banners
are displayed on the white hoarding outside the site
compound at the top of Holbeck Moor Road.
St Lukes school children pictured with Councillor Peter Gruen
Melissa Gallimore (Keepmoat), and Jon Hinchliff (sc4L)
What’s it all about Wednesday's
Your local (CEG) Community Engagement Group members hold a meeting every two months, come along and join us.
Contact your local representative with your suggestions or what you would like to know more about.
Venue: Ingram Court, Holbeck with Anne Hopper 07920 432453 and Irene Smith 0113 245 9695. John Leckenby won’t
be at the meetings but is happy to take your calls on 07588 435069 for any project queries.The next meeting will be 13 May
2015 and will be advertised on leaflets in community venues nearer the time and on the website below
visit our website for all local news and events - www.sc4l.co.uk
in Your
If you have any community news or
events to share please let us know
Tel.
0113 366 0887 or 0808 168 7335
Email:
Meetings Tuesday's @ 7pm
24 March, 19 May, 28 July
held in the Community Centre
Ingram Gardens
Holbeck Residents Association (HARA)
Meetings intend to start again at the end of June 2015
and will be held in the newly refurbished Meynell Heights
meeting room. Please contact
Caroline Scales with any questions
07933 928491
St Luke's Tenants and Residents
Association Monthly Meeting
April 20, May 18 and June 15 @ 6:00 - 7:30pm
St Luke’s Church, Malvern Road, Beeston, LS11
For tenants and residents around the Malverns,
Couplands, Bismarcks, Disrealis etc
Come and discuss issues in your neighbourhood
with councillors, Police and and other agencies.
Personal Safety Workshops
for people with learning and other
disabilities
Local people in Holbeck and Beeston can
explore personal safety together through local
organisation, People Matters.
From April 2015 People Matters are providing:
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workshops from their base in Holbeck for adults and young people with
disabilities who may be particularly vulnerable and isolated
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ways to keep safe when travelling or being out and about. What to do if
something happens to them or they witness something.
Chief Executive Tina Turnbull, said: “Many people can be really worried about being
out and about independently. Our workshops include looking at questions like, What is
safeguarding and what does it mean for individuals? Hate crime – what is it? How not to
be a victim or even a perpetrator of hate crime’’
The project still needs to recruit people to take part. More information is available
on our website. Referrals can come from friends, family and care professionals or
refer yourself! For more information about the project contact Sally or Lucy on
0113 234 6896
email: [email protected]
Website: www.peoplemattersleeds.co.uk
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activities, stalls and entertainment
that will make this year’s gala the best
one yet. Feel free to get in touch
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Helpdesk 0113 366 0887
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'Frozen' Film night evenings at 6pm see posters
for date details. Film nights are free, all welcome .
Holbeck Neighbourhood Forum Meeting
Saturday 25 April from 11am. Discussing the Holbeck Neighbourhood Plan. The community projects group will be
organising exciting events in the near future please check
the website regularly.
www.holbeckneighbourhoodplan.org.uk/news
www.leeds.gov.uk/residents/Pages/Brown-bin-calendars
Brown Bin Collection – Garden Waste
Fortnightly Collections start again
from March 2015:
See Leeds City Council website above
for your collection dates.