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Second Step receives generous £1000 donation to help provide counselling for men at risk of suicide 

15 April 2026

Last month Hope Project workers Ezra and Sam were invited to visit TasteTech – a flavourings and ingredients manufacturer in…

Leaving no-one behind – the Winter Surge project

15 April 2026

Reaching people who have been let down so many times they’ve stopped expecting anything different takes time, consistency, and trust.…

Finding who I am and where I belong: Tommiee’s story

20 March 2026

Tommiee lost both parents when he was young and grew up in the care system, moving between different families and…

Strike action suspended as dispute nears resolution

18 March 2026

Strike action has now been suspended following a vote on 12 March by UNISON members on our latest offer. This…

Second Step union members strike over pay and union recognition

27 February 2026

Strike action is planned for 3 and 4 March, and 7-17 March 2026. Discussions with UNISON are ongoing. We have…

The best North Somerset spots for nature therapy

11 February 2026

Immerse yourself in nature in North Somerset at these scenic locations – all accessible by public transport!  Sophie Neill is…