LivandLaurenReport • 19th May 2022

BBC North West Tonight: Ukrainian Refugee's in Poland

A piece produced for BBC North West Tonight 18/05/22.

LivandLaurenReport • 12th May 2022

Quays Newsround 11/05

Produced for Newsround based show on QuaysTV. Cue: A local Manchester man is currently leading a convoy of horse boxes to the Poland-Ukraine border. Known as the Ukraine Equestrian Relief Team, the horse boxes have been delivering aid. Reporters Lauren Barclay and Olivia Snelson went with them to witness the impact of their work…

Manchester Evening News • 12th May 2022

Oldham man's humanitarian mission to Ukraine delivering help to refugees

A man from Oldham has led a humanitarian mission to Ukraine made up of horse boxes, delivering aid to refugee centres along the border. The Ukraine Equestrian Relief team arrived in Poland on Saturday May 7, having set off in a convoy the previous Thursday. The team is led by Stephen Barnes, 44, from Oldham, who has been accompanied by volunteers who drive the horseboxes and students from Salford University. This is the second convey of essential supplies Stephen and his team have taken to the

The Oldham Times • 6th April 2022

Horsebox convoy gallops to Ukraine

Front page of The Oldham Times. A FLEET of horseboxes packed with vital aid for those fleeing Ukraine has made a 2,000-mile round trip amid the Russian inva- sion – in a mission organised by a man who grew up in Oldham.

Quays Radio • 6th April 2022

RADIO: Mothers Day

And finally, With this sunday marking Mother's Day, our reporter Lauren Barclay went out to see how young people were planning to celebrate their mum.

Quays News • 31st March 2022

TV- Quays News: Salford vrs Chester University Varsity

A great experience to create both a package and to be a live reporter at this years varsity. I covered rowing, swimming, fencing and volleyball. Huge congratulations to Salford for the varsity win.

The Oldham Times • 31st March 2022

Charlotte is ready to make waves in rowing

A ROWER from Oldham has her sights set on representing Great British Rowing at the Paralympic Games. Charlotte Colburn, who has lived in the town all her life, is currently training on the British Rowing Paralympic pathway and hopes to repre- sent her country in one of the future Games.

The Oldham Times • 29th March 2022

Evan on track to top in cross-country

An Oldham teenager is following in his parents’ footsteps and shining as a competitive athlete, writes Lauren Barclay. Thirteen-year-old Evan Grime represented England at the Schools International Athletic Board Cross-Country championships in Swansea at the weekend.

Quays News • 9th March 2022

TV- Doggy Day Care- What's out there?

As many people head back to the office following the ease of restrictions, the UK has seen a boom in people using dog sitting services. So, what is out there?

Quays Radio • 3rd March 2022

RADIO: Eating Disorder Awareness Week: What needs to change?

It's estimated over a million people in the UK have an eating disorder, yet according to charity Beat - 20% of medical schools dont include it in their teaching. I went to find out a bit more...

Quays News • 28th February 2022

TV- Quays News: Tree cutting on the Quays

Salford Council has defended their decision to cut down trees along the Quays. Frustration is rife on social media as residents made their feelings clear regarding plans for several trees to be cut down. But Quays Labour councillor Phil Tresadern sought to reassure residents that cutting down the trees are within the interests of residents.

Quays Radio • 28th February 2022

RADIO: Children's Mental Health Week: Should Suicide be included in our National Curriculum?

With this week marking Children’s Mental Health Week, there is perhaps no better time to highlight the change needed within our education systems around mental health. This is exactly what Mike Palmer, a dad from Manchester, is doing.

SoundCloud • 23rd February 2022

RADIO: Generation COVID: The true impact of lockdowns on our children

On March 23 2020, many schoolchildren returned home with a smile on their face. Two extra weeks off school, an extra holiday. But as time ticked on, and two weeks became 4, the joy of not being at school quickly wore off and young people were left with learning online and missing friends.

23rd February 2022

Generation COVID: The true impact of lockdowns on our children, their education, and their mental health – Quays News

On March 23 2020, many schoolchildren returned home with a smile on their face. Two extra weeks off school, an extra holiday. But as time ticked on, and two weeks became 4, the joy of not being at school quickly wore off and young people were left with learning online and missing friends...

Medium • 9th February 2022

New Cycle Hire Scheme hopes to give Greater Manchester residents an affordable, convenient, and…

New Cycle Hire Scheme hopes to give Greater Manchester residents an affordable, convenient, and quick way to get around Bee Network, Manchester’s new 24/7 cycle hire scheme launched its trial this week.

9th February 2022

Dads call for suicide prevention at school after daughters’ tragic deaths – Quays News

With this week marking Children’s Mental Health Week, there is perhaps no better time to highlight the change needed within our education systems around mental health. This is exactly what Mike Palmer, a dad from Manchester, is doing.

The Tab • 21st January 2022

Manchester dad who lost 17-year-old daughter to suicide raises over £800,000 for charity

A dad from Manchester, who tragically lost his 17-year-old daughter to suicide, has urged the Prime Minister to prioritise mental health education in schools.

Quays TV • 21st December 2021

Quays TV Exclusive Interview with Bela Shah at the Asian Media Awards

Interview with Bela Shah alongside fellow student Luca Hughes-Piper. In this exclusive feature for Quays News, we discussed Bela’s experiences in journalism – ranging from the highlights of her career so far, to the challenges that many women in sport face today.

Medium • 16th December 2021

“Something inside told me to fight back”: Two Manchester parent’s battle to reduce young suicide

Two Manchester parents are campaigning for change in mental health support for young people.

Salford Now • 14th October 2021

Agecroft Rowing club to host race along the Quays

Rowing clubs from across the Northwest will race on Salford Quays this weekend as Salford’s local rowing club hosts its 17th annual rowing event.