Preston & South Ribble Stand Up To Racism

24/03/2026

Our members were horrified to learn that four ambulances were deliberately set alight in Golders Green, London this week.

These ambulances are operated by Jewish paramedics who play a vital role supporting NHS hospitals, people who need emergency care and medical transport for the elderly. This volunteer-run, non-profit organisation has served its local community since 1979.

Hatzola paramedics provide a literal lifeline to North London, and it goes without saying that their volunteers should be able to operate in safety. We condemn this cowardly, antisemitic attack. It follows tragic events at Heaton Park Synagogue in Manchester last year, where Jewish worshippers were targeted on Yom Kippur.

Despite this frightening incident, one of Hatzola's senior paramedics, Yossi Pincus, stated yesterday "We're still responding and we're still available for those that need us."

We stand in solidarity with the Jewish community in Golders Green, and all those affected by this attack.

To help Hatzola continue their life-saving work, you can donate to their organisation here:

08/03/2026

06/03/2026

On 28th March 2025, artists, activists and organisations are marching together in London 🙌

Community groups around the country are building for a huge march and demonstration to spread love, hope and unity 💗

We're happy to announce we have a coach going to London from Preston! We'll be leaving PNE stadium at 7am on Saturday 28th March (estimated return around 10pm) 🚌

Thanks to generous support from the National Education Union, we can now offer subsidised coach tickets! Email us to find out more and book seats 🎉

sutrpreston(at)gmail(.)com

27/02/2026

TW: Male violence against women

Stand Up To Racism Preston & South Ribble were appalled to learn of a post shared by Lancashire County Council deputy leader Councillor Simon Evans earlier this week.

The post, by a user named Malcolm Bulmer, called MP Natalie Fleet a ‘dozy cow’ and said that she ‘should be shot’.

https://lancashire.thelead.uk/p/lancashire-county-council-reform-uk-deputy-leader-simon-evans-natalie-fleet-social-media-post-grooming-gangs

We condemn this vile content, Councillor Evans’ repost and his subsequent statement where he claimed sharing this post was a ‘genuine mistake’ that ‘we can all make from time to time’.

All content by our elected representatives should be created and shared with compassion and intention, particularly when the subject is as serious as male violence against women. Fighting for women’s safety, as Councillor Evans claims to do ‘tirelessly’, means centring women’s voices, not carelessly sharing posts which belittle and threaten them.

MP Natalie Fleet has bravely spoken about her own experiences of surviving male violence, and now works to protect other women and girls. We can only imagine how frightening and upsetting this post was for her and her family.

We were also horrified to learn that Councillor Evans’ party Reform UK will be taking no action against him. If Reform UK are genuine about tackling male violence against women, at the very least they must ensure their own MPs face consequences when their actions do direct harm.

Amid rising misogyny on social media platforms, this is a time for leadership and accountability from our elected officials. We urge everyone to take the safety of women in public offices seriously.
2026 marks the 10th anniversary of the assassination of MP Jo Cox, who championed the rights of women and children in her lifetime.

The Jo Cox Foundation continues her legacy and you can learn more about its vital work to make politics safer here: https://www.jocoxfoundation.org/our-work/respectful-politics/

27/02/2026

Not long now… Just 4 weeks until our Big PNE Sleep Out!

📅 27th March 2026
📍 Sleeping out at PNE in Deepdale

Are you joining us… or supporting us?

We’re coming together to prevent and support women and girls facing homelessness in our city

You can play your part in one of a number of ways 👇

1️⃣ Join the Sleep Out
Sign up as an individual or get a team together from your business or organisation It’s a fantastic opportunity for fundraising teamwork and to show you’re standing together with others in the city
Register here: https://thefoxton.beaconforms.com/form/4101bb07

2️⃣ Make a donation
Support the campaign here: http://www.justgiving.com/campaign/bpso-3

If you’re donating as an individual, remember to add Gift Aid — HMRC will top up your donation by 25%!

3️⃣ Spread the word
Encourage others to get involved and support the Sleep Out:
https://thefoxton.org/the-big-pne-sleep-out-is-back

Let’s stand together and make a difference

23/02/2026

As Ramadan, Lent and Lunar New Year begin for many in our community, we send our warmest wishes to all who are observing and celebrating.

May this season bring you peace, reflection, renewal and togetherness.

To those who are marking these moments far from home or separated from loved ones - we are thinking of you especially.

From our family to yours, we wish you comfort, connection and brighter days ahead. 🌙

05/02/2026

Join us on 14th February for our first event of the year 💘

We're holding a community get-together in the heart of Preston, jointly hosted by Catherine Beckett Community Centre. We'll be celebrating our neighbours, friends and communities with food, music and stalls 💕

If you're able, bring a dish you love to share and join us on Valentine's Day! We can't wait 💗

20/01/2026

📢 Calling young inspiring artists aged 14 - 19…

🎨 Join us for Art Anarchy with Textile Artist James Fox. Spend a couple of hours with James and learn how he cleverly tackles controversial topics using the tools of his trade.

🎨 Then it's over to you to explore your creative side and see how art can be used to bring light to different subjects and thoughts.

🗓️ Saturday, 7 February 2026 (11am - 1pm)
🎟️ Free

🔗 Book your place: https://bit.ly/45gDpH4

16/01/2026

🏟️ One night, lasting impact. 🙌

Join the Big PNE Sleep Out at Deepdale on Friday 27 March 2026 and help support the work of The Foxton and the Trust.

For more information about how you can get involved and to register to take part, click the link. 👇

🔗 https://bit.ly/Sleepout-2025

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16/01/2026

Our first protest of 2026 as UNISON invited us to play in support of their protest against the Reform council's policy to close car homes and day centres in Preston. Gather 12noon at Preston Flag Market, PR1 2AP this Saturday 17th January.