The Fuse - ROC HQ

28/05/2026

The number of young people not in employment, education or training - known as Neets - in the UK has risen above one million, new figures show.

Read more: https://bbc.in/4e8StLx

28/05/2026

NEWS: New Trafford Council executive is announced

Trafford Council Leader Tom Ross has unveiled his new executive.

The executive will consist of Cllr Ross and nine portfolio holders, subject to the re-appointment of Cllr Ross as the Council’s leader at the Annual Meeting on Wednesday 27 May.

The executive members and their portfolios will be:
- Leader of the Council: Cllr Tom Ross
- Deputy Leader and Executive Member for Economy and Regeneration: Cllr Liz Patel
- Executive Member for Finance, Change and Governance: Cllr Jo Harding
- Executive Member for Babies, Children and Young People: Cllr George Devlin
- Executive Member for Healthy and Independent Lives: Cllr Jane Slater
- Executive Member for Housing, Partnerships and Live Well: Cllr Rose Thompson
- Executive Member for Highways and Environmental Services: Cllr Steve Adshead
- Executive Member for Leisure, Arts, Culture and Heritage: Cllr Eve Parker
- Executive Member for Climate Change: Cllr Barry Winstanley
- Executive Member for Community Safety and Civil Contingencies: Cllr Keleigh Glenton

Cllr Ross said: “Our new Executive will be dedicated to serving Trafford and our residents. I am delighted to welcome our new Executive members – they are a great addition and will work
relentlessly to improve the lives of our residents. In particular, we will be there for residents when they are at their most vulnerable to support them.

“I have made some changes to the portfolios to reflect the changing needs of our borough. We will remain focused on our priorities, especially achieving the best start for our children and young people, promoting healthy and independent lives for everyone, and delivering a thriving economy and homes for all. We will also continue to promote arts, culture, sports and heritage and address the climate crisis.

“Importantly, we will be focused on achieving a fairer financial settlement for Trafford so we can deliver better roads and services, provide the best education for our children and continue to serve
our communities, businesses and residents.”

The Annual Meeting takes place at 6pm at Trafford Town Hall. It will also be streamed live on the Council’s Youtube channel. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjwbIOW5x0NSe38sgFU8bKg

12/05/2026

So good to show our dear friend Phil Loose around The FUSE today!

12/05/2026

Celebrating 22 years of Redeeming Our Communities charity.

24/04/2026

This is happening tomorrow, Saturday April 25th and then every every last Saturday of the month!

Thecaf@Elkin Court
are our hosts from 2pm to 4pm.

Other parts of Trafford have a menopause cafe, please help to make ours a success by taking time to join us for a chat.

Your experiences could help others trying to navigate the sometimes overwhelming stage of life that is menopause.

05/04/2026

🐣 𝑬𝒂𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒓 𝑯𝒐𝒍𝒊𝒅𝒂𝒚 𝑪𝒍𝒖𝒃𝒔 🐣

There are still spaces available on our Manchester Easter Holiday Clubs over the next couple of weeks! We will have our usual fan favourite Inflatable Pitch, fun filled activities and a wide variety of games. The weeks are always a great way for Kids to meet new mates. See details on our flyers and further info below 😎⚽️🍫

✍️ https://freedomfootball.classforkids.io/camps
🗓️ 2 Weeks
🏟️ The Fuse - ROC HQ
🕘 9am-3pm with ED or LP available
💷 £20 per day & discounts available
📥 DM US
📲 07931475722
📧 [email protected]






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05/04/2026

25/03/2026

We’re delighted to announce that Geoff Baxter OBE is joining ROC as our new Executive Director, leading on business development.

Geoff brings extensive experience from a distinguished career across the charity and faith sectors. He is the founder of Reflex Prison Ministry and has held senior roles with organisations including British Youth for Christ, Living Well, Prison Fellowship and Mercy Ships. He has also worked as a consultant within the criminal justice system, supporting initiatives that serve vulnerable communities.

His passion for community transformation and his strong track record in partnership working will be invaluable as we continue to grow ROC’s impact across the UK and USA.

Geoff will also continue supporting the work of NAYBA in the United States and Australia to help churches in transforming their communities. This international perspective will support and create opportunities for collaboration within ROC’s work.

Geoff’s appointment marks an exciting step forward as we continue building safer, stronger communities by bringing people together to address local need.

Please join us in warmly welcoming Geoff to the team.

04/03/2026

🌸✨ INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY AT WATERSIDE – 2026 ✨🌸

This March, join us for powerful conversations, creative expression and a full-on yoga dance floor celebration! 💜

Creative Skills Workshops - Fri 06 & Mon 09 Mar (participants attend both sessions)
Across two uplifting sessions, explore self-reflection, creative writing, conversation and performance techniques designed to build confidence and strengthen communication skills.

Yoga Rave - Sat 07 Mar
Think guided yoga meets 90s & 00s rave classics… with a live DJ. A joyful fusion of floor-based yoga (with accessible options), freestyle movement and dancing. Expect disco, funk, house and BIG feel-good energy.

Full info at watersidearts.org/iwd

03/03/2026