News
Yorkshire school sparks debate online after banning PJ’s on the school run
Ayresome Primary School in Yorkshire has cooked up a storm online after asking parents and carers to ditch the PJs and 'dress appropriately'.
A Yorkshire primary school has sparked controversy online after declaring a 'no PJ' rule for parents and carers on the school run.
If you're a regular on the school run, you may have found yourself in one of two camps: the dressing gowns or the, well, dressed.
Sometimes, parents are simply in a rush to get out the door and prioritise getting their kids in on time above dressing themselves - but now a school in North Yorkshire has sparked a viral debate after putting out a post on Facebook banning dressing gowns and other bedroom attire.
Ayresome Primary School in Middleborough, North Yorkshire astounded parents by issuing the Facebook notice to parents and carers, which stated that pyjamas, dressing gowns and other nighttime clothing are 'not appropriate'.
The post read: "Please can we ask that all parents / carers dress appropriately when dropping off and collecting children from school.
"Dressing gowns on the school yard are not appropriate."
According to reports, some parents have already been individually asked to 'dress appropriately' for the school run when they are dropping off or picking up their children proir to the post being put on Facebook.
Ayresome Primary School are not the first nor the last to instil a 'no pyjama' rule on those completing the school run, but they have made headlines across the UK and sparked debate on social media.
Even Jeremy Vine weighed in on the action and stumbled across mixed responses.
Working mum Danielle Kennedy responded to the tread, stating that she "dropped regularly wearing my pyjamas after working nights when my kids were small but threw a fleece/coat on over and never got out of the car and straight back to bed".
Further responses continued to divide the public, with one saying: "[It is] the most chavvy thing ever"
another said, "If their kids are happy, healthy, clean and getting their kids to school on time... who cares".
Whilst another added, "I don't really see the difference between wearing pyjamas and a tracksuit [or] loungewear".
Some parents at Ayresome Primary School are worried that the viral message will not make parents change the way that they dress and some claimed the debate is getting worse.
Almost everyone appears to feel strongly one way or another about the new 'no pyjama rule' at the local Primary School: leaving us with one question, are you team dressing gown or no dressing gown on the school run?
Feature Image- Google Maps
News
Slam Dunk festival’s statement in full as director steps down amid sexual assault allegations
Daisy Jackson
Slam Dunk festival has shared a statement confirming one of its directors has stepped down, in the wake of sexual assault allegations.
The popular punk festival takes place next month across two sites, one of which is here in Leeds.
This year's line-up is set to include headline performances from the likes of Good Charlotte, Knocked Loose, Sublime, and Taking Back Sunday.
But Slam Dunk has been hitting the headlines for all the wrong reasons this week after allegations against one of its directors came to light.
Slam Dunk said in its statement, which did not get into specifics about the nature of the allegations, that the festival 'remains committed to maintaining a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for all employees, partners, and customers'.
They added that the director has stepped down, but 'strongly refutes' the allegations.
The statement then promised 'transparency and honesty' and said that more updates would be provided when appropriate.
Slam Dunk wrote: "We are aware of allegations published yesterday relating to one of our directors. We take these allegations seriously and understand that they may be distressing and hard to process for our community.
"Our Slam Dunk fans, staff, and artists are, as always, our top priority.
"While he strongly refutes these allegations, the director in question has agreed, in consultation with the board, to step down from Slam Dunk operations while this matter is ongoing.
"Slam Dunk remains committed to maintaining a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for all employees, partners, and customers.
"Our values and culture are fundamental to how we operate, and we are committed to upholding them.
"It would be inappropriate for us to comment further on an ongoing legal matter.
"However, we promise transparency and honesty to our Slam Dunk community and will provide updates when it is appropriate to do so."
Slam Dunk returns to Temple Newsam in Leeds on Sunday 24 May.
Read more:
Featured image: The Hoot Leeds
News
Beloved gig and music venue hits out as ‘some random’ files multiple noise complaints
Daisy Jackson
A much-loved pub and live music venue is struggling with a series of 'malicious' noise complaints, prompting a huge outpouring of support from music industry insiders.
The Golden Lion over in Todmorden is facing uncertainty amidst the complaints from 'some random'.
Matthanee 'Gig' Nilavongse, who runs the venue and its live music offering, said he's 'had enough' and believes The Golden Lion is being targeted.
He stressed that nothing in the venue - the sound system, sound proofing, or anything else in its set-up - has changed since the noise complaints started.
Gig also added that people have been travelling from across the UK and even further afield to attend its events, benefitting the wider community of businesses and local economy.
He added: "Bank holiday next weekend and I'II not tolerate the threat from anyone."
Hundreds of people, including industry names like Sacha Lord, Luke Cowdrey, and Hot Chip's Joe Goddard, have voiced their support for the grassroots venue.
Sacha Lord offered his help fighting the complaints, then added: "I'm sick to death of these NIMBYS who threaten businesses and jobs."
Chelsea Teesdale, head of marketing for the Warehouse Project and Parklife, said: "Sorry you're going through this. The golden lion means so much to many. I go to all kinds of gigs and venues, nothing is quite like the magic of your home."
And Nite School Manchester wrote: "So sorry to hear you're going through this. What you've built at The Golden Lion for the people of Tod (& far beyond!) is a guiding star to us Gig, and we'll be doing everything we can to support you & the team."
Following on from this heartwarming display of affection for the venue, Gig added: "Thank you for all supports near and far, you're close to my heart.
"The show must go on, I'm not back down until the door is close."
Read more
Featured image: The Manc Group
Sophie Smith -
6th October 2021 
