South Yorkshire People United Against Crime - Portfolio of Activities 2003

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During 2003 People United Against Crime commissioned a large skate park for youngsters in Penistone, Barnsley.

The facility was designed following extensive consultation with local youngsters and continues to be an extremely popular attraction.

The skate park attracts youngsters from all over the area and is heavily used in all weathers. Flood lighting means that the park's use is extended during the autumn and winter months.

In 2003 SYPADS launched a new service offering the Asian community a telephone helpline in their native language.

The minority language telephone helpline was developed in response to a need for information and support amongst Punjabi / Urdu speakers.

12 volunteers from the Asian community received training in drugs awareness, counselling and telephone skills. The service operates from bases in Sheffield and Rotherham but is still available to any caller regardless of where they live.