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The East Midlands is one of the nine official regions of England, containing six main geographical areas:
- Derbyshire
- Nottinghamshire
- Lincolnshire
- Rutland
- Leicestershire
- Northamptonshire
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The East Midlands
Information about Derbyshire
Derbyshire is in the centre of England and has a population of around 780,000.
Derbyshire is a place of geographical and social contrasts. It has several heavily built-up areas and large, sparsely populated rural areas much of which is within the Peak District National Park.
There are 10 district and borough councils in Derbyshire, including Amber Valley, Bolsover, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Dales, Erewash, High Peak, North East Derbyshire, South Derbyshire, Derby City and Peak District National Park.
The M1 motorway and railway links provide good north to south communications in the east of the county.
Derby City Council
Derbyshire County Council
https://www.derbyshire.gov.uk/
Visit Derbyshire
The East Midlands
Information about Nottinghamshire
Nottinghamshire is a county in the East Midlands region of England which includes the districts of Ashfield, Bassetlaw, Broxtowe, Gedling, Mansfield, Newark and Sherwood, and Rushcliffe. In 2017, the county was estimated to have a population of over 800,000.
The county is served by two railway lines, the Midland Main Line, which links London to Sheffield via Nottingham and the East Coast Main Line from London to Doncaster, Leeds, York, Newcastle upon Tyne. The M1 motorway runs through the county, connecting Nottingham to London, Leeds, and Leicester by road.
The closest airports are East Midlands Airport and Doncaster Sheffield Airport. As well as local bus services throughout the county, Nottingham and its suburbs have a tram system, Nottingham Express Transit (NET).
Nottingham City Council
https://www.nottinghamcity.gov.uk/
Nottinghamshire County Council
https://www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk/
Visit Nottinghamshire
The East Midlands
Information about Northamptonshire
Northamptonshire is a county in the East Midlands of England with a population of around 750,000.
The county is split into the two unitary authorities of North Northamptonshire and West Northamptonshire.
It is the southernmost county in the East Midlands region and apart from the county town of Northampton, other major population centres include Kettering, Corby, Wellingborough, Rushden and Daventry.
North Northamptonshire Council
https://www.northnorthants.gov.uk/
West Northamptonshire Council
https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/
Visit Northamptonshire
The East Midlands
Information about Rutland
Rutland is England’s smallest, and one of the country’s most beautiful counties.
Bordering Leicestershire, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire, Rutland is home to the market towns of Oakham and Uppingham, as well as Rutland Water, a large artificial reservoir that is an important nature reserve for the region.
The total population of the county is 41,000.
Rutland County Council
Visit Rutland
The East Midlands
Information about Leicestershire
Leicestershire is a county within the East Midlands which is made up of the following districts and boroughs: Blaby, Charnwood, Harborough, Hinckley & Bosworth and Melton.
Leicestershire takes its name from the city of Leicester located at its centre. With a population of more than 300,000, Leicester is the largest city in the East Midlands and the tenth largest in the country.
Leicester is connected by the M1 motorway and East Midlands Airport.
Leicester City Council
Leicestershire County Council
https://www.leicestershire.gov.uk/
Visit Leicester
The East Midlands
Information about Lincolnshire
Lincolnshire is a county in the East Midlands of England, with a long coastline on the North Sea to the east.
The population of Lincolnshire is under 1 million people, 97,000 of which live in the City of Lincoln. The county is mainly rural with limited transport links.
Lincolnshire County Council
https://www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/
Visit Lincolnshire
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在英國為烏克蘭人和香港BN(O)簽證持有者提供的新機會
世界猶太救援機構（World Jewish Relief）正在為英國的烏克蘭人和香港BN(O)簽證持有者推出STEP計劃。這個免費的線上課程提供個性化的就業支持和英語課程，由英國政府資助，並與英國文化協會（British Council）合作運營。現在可以通過我們的網站（待啟用連結）進行註冊。
STEP計劃面向居住在英國的、年滿18歲或以上的烏克蘭簽證計劃或香港BN(O)簽證持有者。該計劃旨在幫助那些希望尋找工作或希望找到更好工作的參與者，同時提高他們的英語水平並增強信心。
STEP計劃提供的服務：
參與者將受益於個性化的就業支持，包括與專屬顧問的一對一輔導、簡歷、求職信、求職申請和面試準備協助，並根據他們的技能和目標提供量身定制的職業指導。他們還可以參加與雇主的網絡研討會。
此外，參與者還可以參加由英國文化協會專業教師在線提供的高質量英語課程。學員將在小組中以自己的英語水平學習，結合實時課程、自學和網絡研討會。完成課程後，參與者將獲得英國文化協會的出席證書和英語分數測試證書。
提供的靈活課程選項：
• 3個月的課程，每週五天（週一至週五）提供英語課程，並每週提供一次就業支持。
• 6個月的課程，每週三天（週一、週二和週四）提供英語課程，並每週提供一次就業支持。
如何申請
要註冊，請訪問（待啟用連結），撥打免費電話0800 319 6089，或發送電子郵件至 step@worldjewishrelief.org。
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𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗼𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗛𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗞𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝗡(𝗢) 𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗮 𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱
World Jewish Relief is launching STEP for Ukrainians and Hong Kong BN(O) visa holders in England. This free online programme, funded by the UK Government, offers personalised employment support and English classes and is run in partnership with the British Council.
Registrations are now open at tinyurl.com/mrx9hwkz
STEP is open to participants living in England, aged 18 or over, who are on a Ukrainian visa scheme or a Hong Kong BN(O) visa. The programme is designed for those looking for work or hoping to find a better job, while also improving their English and building confidence.
𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗣 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝘀:
Participants benefit from personalised employment support, including one-to-one sessions with a dedicated advisor, assistance with CVs, cover letters, job applications, and interview preparation, as well as career guidance tailored to their individual skills and goals. They also have access to webinars with employers.
Alongside this, participants can access high-quality English classes delivered online by expert British Council teachers. Learners study in small groups at their own level, combining live classes with self-study and webinars. On completion, participants receive a British Council Certificate of Attendance and an EnglishScore Test Certificate.
𝗙𝗹𝗲𝘅𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗺𝗲 𝗼𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲:
• A 3-month programme with daily English classes (Monday–Friday) plus weekly employment support.
• A 6-month programme with English classes three days a week (Monday, Tuesday and Thursday) plus weekly employment support.
𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆
To register, visit tinyurl.com/mrx9hwkz, call the freephone number 0800 319 6089, or email step@worldjewishrelief.org
We're thrilled to be supporting Beeston Rylands Community Association's Mid Autumn Lantern Festival on Saturday, 4 October 2025.
This festival will feature stalls, crafts, games and lanterns. The event will be closed by a parade around the centre and park with children and families carrying their lanterns.
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