Warm places to help ease the cold winter
A local authority in the south has created a network of community venues offering people a warm space this winter during the cost-of-living crisis
Portsmouth City Council, working with local charity Hive Portsmouth, has published a list of "friendly and warm spaces" where people can meet others and take part in activities or get a warm drink or meal.
They include established venues and groups at community centres, children's centres and places of faith in the Hampshire city at various times and days.
Councillor Steve Pitt, Liberal Democrat cabinet member for culture, leisure and economic development, said: "We have worked with Hive Portsmouth to start a list of both new and established venues and groups in the city where all residents will be warmly welcomed this winter.
"This is an opportunity to find out what is available in your area and get to know people in your local community.
"As energy prices increase there may be some residents who are sadly struggling to keep their homes warm and we hope the list may help those people to find welcoming places to study, do activities or relax."
Catherine Ramsay, deputy chief officer at Hive Portsmouth, said: "We hope the list will be a useful resource for the residents of Portsmouth this winter."
For details visit www.portsmouth.gov.uk/warmspaces