Dominic Ayton

Health and Wellbeing Team Leader for Mansfield District Council

[Fuel Bank Foundation @fuel_bank]

This month, we recorded the highest number of people we have ever helped in one week. We provided emergency support to more than 21,600 people across the UK, at a cost of nearly £1 million. ☹️

This is the current scale of the fuel poverty crisis!

https://t.co/n4A8BHbtG6

[Dominic Ayton @domayton]

Another weekend and another race. York 10 mile in 1:07:34 and a new PB by 10 mins!

[Mansfield District Council @MDC_News]

Nursery children have been learning how to grow, chop and cut vegetables with the help of a council trial scheme.🥕🍅🥦Regular classes have been held in nurseries and #FOODclubs across the district to empower children and families to explore food in an exciting and informal way.

[TCS London Marathon @LondonMarathon]

A new era is here. 🥹

Kelvin Kiptum becomes the first human to run sub 2:01 at a major marathon.

#LondonMarathon | @WMMajors

[Mansfield District Council @MDC_News]

A 10-week pilot to use more local suppliers and deliver better food consistency has launched in Mansfield food clubs. 🥕🥦🍅🫑
The scheme roll out began this week in two clubs; St John’s in Mansfield and A Place To Call Our Own (APTCOO) in Ravensdale.

[Feeding Britain @Feeding_Britain]

An excellent pilot initiative was launched yesterday by Feeding Mansfield, as a first step towards guaranteeing a regular supply of fresh local produce for affordable food clubs

[Dominic Ayton @domayton]

The look of finally breaking 20 minutes for 5k. Great night at the Rother Valley relays!

[Feeding Britain @Feeding_Britain]

The issue of Food Supplies is always pressing so we’re hosting this Table Discussion to allow our partners to share advice and tips on how to ensure projects receive sufficient, nutritious and varied food supplies that can be provided at an affordable cost

[Dominic Ayton @domayton]

Such a proud moment to see two of our projects being shortlisted for the Community Engagement category of the Municipal Journal Awards.

The team have done a fantastic job supporting residents over the past few years during both the pandemic and a Cost of Living Crisis.

[Mansfield District Council @MDC_News]

MDC schemes to tackle #FoodPoverty in #Mansfield have been shortlisted for best Community Engagement Scheme in the Municipal Journal Achievement Awards. Full story: https://t.co/Os8JMIoC0B

[Mansfield District Council @MDC_News]

🧭Today, our Xplorer activity will be at The Carrs, NG20 0SF, from 1.30pm to 3.30pm!

Come along and bring the family for a fun way to get out and explore.

👉To find out more about Xplorer, please visit: https://t.co/0vf3prnzBh

[Mansfield District Council @MDC_News]

🧭Throughout April, we are offering Xplorer sessions, a free navigation challenge enabling families and children to explore our parks.

👉The first session takes place on April 3, at Yeoman Hill park from 1.30pm to 3.30pm.

Find out more at https://t.co/0vf3prnzBh

[Feeding Britain @Feeding_Britain]

NEW: Official data show that, in 2021-22, nearly 1 in 6 households in receipt of Universal Credit reported having to use a food bank in the previous 12 months https://t.co/cG2ImVlM6Z

[Sky Sports Premier League @SkySportsPL]

Breaking barriers on AND off the pitch! 👏

Leeds United's Luke Ayling shares his 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐞 journey and discusses what it's like to live with a stammer 🤍

[MS Society UK @mssocietyuk]

30 years ago, there were no MS treatments but decades of research have led to huge breakthroughs.

We won’t stop until we #StopMS.

Help us raise awareness – please RT.

➡️https://t.co/4WOAsQjEcn

[Football Foundation @FootballFoundtn]

We're delighted to announce the launch of our Energy Support Programme 🙌

A new £6m package of support from the @premierleague,@FA & @DCMS to help grassroots football clubs & organisations with rising energy costs.

Find out if you're eligible & submit an Expression of Interest:

[Dominic Ayton @domayton]

The final Inter Club Cross Country race of the season on home soil at Manton Pit Top. No more hills please!

[Dominic Ayton @domayton]

The before and very near the end of a 4 minute 11 seconds pb at Retford Half Marathon. The pain was etched all over my face coming into the finish.

[Feeding Britain @Feeding_Britain]

Our letter in The Times on the need to introduce auto-registration for Healthy Start, making it easier for families on the lowest incomes to choose healthier goods

[Mansfield District Council @MDC_News]

Mayor Andy Abrahams was joined by pupils of St Peter's CofE Primary #Mansfield today to open the new Learn to #Cycle track on the town's Bellamy estate. The track is to help children learn to cycle in a safe, traffic-free environment.
Full story: https://t.co/YgH8Xs3oA0

[Dominic Ayton @domayton]

Back on my home patch for the weekend. Nice to take in a wet and muddy Parkrun this morning.