Doncaster Central Development Trust (DCDT) has appointed John Hill Associates Ltd as lead consultant for the next phase of its ‘green’ local housing scheme. The Trust has purchased 27 houses in the town to be renovated and updated with environmentally-friendly features. Phase one developed nine of the homes this year.

A new funding opportunity for voluntary groups from the Department of Work and Pensions. Doncaster funds being managed by Doncaster Central Development Trust.

For information on how to apply and to download an application please click ‘Read More’

‘Everything has been said before but since nobody listens we have to keep going back and beginning all over again’ – Andre Gide 1896 – 1951

Between February and May 2010 we asked NDC residents how they felt about becoming more physically active, stopping smoking and achieving educational achievements. This is what they told us. Are You Listening?

Doncaster New Deal for Communities launched a newly commissioned film on “Reducing Crime” which highlights different types of crime, and its effects on diverse communities throughout Doncaster. The film aims to increase the confidence of communities in the criminal justice system and raise awareness of the NDC funded activities that have contributed towards the reduction of crime throughout the Doncaster NDC area. The production, presented by local actor Chris Walker, highlights Doncaster NDC’s multi-agency approach, building on a joint reporting system for crime incidents which has been in operation for almost a decade.

2nd November 2010, 6:00pm – 8:30pm, Trades and Labour Club, 19 South Mall, Frenchgate Centre

Join us for our next NDC/ DCDT community debate brought to you by the Community Engagement Task Group.

The Doncaster Central Development Trust CIC has welcomed its first influx of new families to its eco friendly homes. The trust has given nine houses in Doncaster an environmentally-friendly makeover and is searching for community minded tenants to nurture the renovated homes. More are to be improved this year.

Freeman of Doncaster jazz trombonist Dennis Rollins and eclectic combo The Angel Brothers, Dave and Keith, have provided tunes to celebrate an artistic renaissance for the town. Doncaster Central Development Trust have commissioned a new composition from The Angels and bought the rights to use three tracks from Dennis to support local top quality music.

Young people living in the Nether Hall area of Doncaster have been taking part in a programme called ‘Junior Wardens’ which sees them tackling issues that affect the local community.

Doncaster residents are being invited to apply for grants to help them improve their lives by the town’s New Deal for Communities (NDC).

28th September 2010, 6:00pm – 8:30pm, Trades and Labour Club, 19 South Mall, Frenchgate Centre. To register for this event please click here.
Join us for the latest NDC / DCDT community debate brought to you by the Community Engagement Task Group. Latest government announcements indicating that a range of benefits will be cut has come as ...