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Whitby CAP Action Plan - Updated 21st November 2025

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The funding aims to make a positive difference - because where our communities thrive, our business and our colleagues thrive too. Tesco Stronger Starts is managed by Groundwork who are working with Greenspace Scotland to support applicants in Scotland.

How does Tesco Stronger Starts work?

Tesco Stronger Starts is open to charities and community organisations to apply for a grant of up to £1,500. Every three months, three local good causes are selected to be in the blue token customer vote in Tesco stores throughout the UK.

Apply for a grant

Step 1 Read the guidance notes
Before applying, we strongly recommend that all applicants read the Guidance notes for more detail about the grants and project eligibility.

Step 2 Find your local store
Enter your project's postcode into the store locator on the Tesco website. You need this information for your application form.

Step 3 Apply here
Please follow this link to submit your application.

Who is eligible to apply?

Grants will be awarded to schools, voluntary or community organisations (including registered charities/companies), health bodies (e.g. Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs), NHS Hospital Trust, Foundation Trust), Parish/Town Councils, local authorities and social housing providers.

This list is not exhaustive and there will be many other types of organisations that will be funded.

Applications are not eligible from:

Individuals

Community Interest Companies with shares (CIC's)

Community Interest Companies with guarantee that are less than two years old

Profit-making organisations

What types of projects will Tesco Stronger Starts fund?

Applications are open to all local good causes, but we are currently prioritising helping projects that support children's food security and health and local store nominated good causes.

This is not an exhaustive list and other project ideas also welcomed.

Examples include:

School Breakfast clubs

Holiday clubs

Play areas

Food banks

Counselling and support services for children

Equipment or non-statutory services for nurseries or schools e.g. forest schools, library books

Equipment for Brownie, Guide or Scout Groups e.g. camping equipment, badges

Services or equipment to support children and young people's health

Equipment/kit for youth sports teams

Do we need match funding?

Tesco Stronger Starts can fund 100% of your project costs so you do not have to have any match funding. However, if you secured additional funding, there is no limit to what this amount can be and any funding awarded by Tesco can form part of your wider project costs.

Projects that are ineligible

Work that has already taken place

Political donations

Fundraising activities or challenges (e.g. costs for a sky dive etc.)

Running costs and organisation overheads

Conferences or seminars

Activities which collect funds for redistribution to other charities or individuals

Overseas appeals

Expeditions or overseas travel

Promotion of a religious or political cause

Marketing promotions

Research projects

Projects or activities that the state has a legal obligation to provide

Alternative and accessible formats

If you experience or anticipate any barriers with our application process, require help to make an application, or accessing our services and information, please contact the Groundwork Tesco Programme Team to discuss the type of support we can provide.

Tesco community grants have supported thousands of community projects since 2016.

Find out what has been funded near you:

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The funding aims to make a positive difference - because where our communities thrive, our business and our colleagues thrive too. Tesco Stronger Starts is managed by Groundwork who are working with Greenspace Scotland to support applicants in Scotland. How does Tesco Stronger Starts work?

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Asda Foundation is an independent charity with more than 30 years history of helping people in local communities.

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Whitby CAP Action Plan - Updated 11th March 2024

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Alcohol can have a huge impact on your health and lifestyle, so here you can find posts that look at the risks of drinking too much and how to handle pressure from friends to drink.

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Whitby CAP Action Plan - Updated 8th February 2024

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Vaping is not for children and young people, whose developing brains are more sensitive to its addictive effects. Find out how to talk to young people about vaping.

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Rachel Burden investigates the youth vaping phenomenon and asks if we should be worried about young people getting addicted.

Vaping among Britain's teenagers is on the rise, and there's growing concern that some companies are targeting underage vapers. So, should we be worried about young people getting addicted?

Rachel Burden investigates the youth vaping phenomenon and talks to young people, parents and experts about how to tackle it.

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Curriculum
Supports the Health Education curriculum
By the end of secondary school, students should know:

The facts about legal and illegal drugs and their associated risks, including the link between drug use and the associated risks, including the link to serious mental health issues.

The physical and psychological consequences of addiction, including alcohol dependency.

Supports the PSHE curriculum KS3 - Students learn:

H23 - the positive and negative uses of drugs in society, including the safe use of prescribed and over-the-counter medicines; responsible use of antibiotics.

H24 - to evaluate the misconceptions, social norms and cultural values relating to drug, alcohol and tobacco use.

H25 - strategies to manage a range of influences on drug, alcohol and tobacco use, including peers.

H26 - information about alcohol, nicotine and other legal and illegal substances, including the short-term and long-term health risks associated with their use.

H27 - the personal and social risks and consequences of substance use and misuse, including occasional use.

H28 - the law relating to the supply, use and misuse of legal and illegal substances.

H29 - about the concepts of dependence and addiction, including awareness of help to overcome addictions.

Supports the Biology curriculum KS3 - Gas exchange systems

The impact of exercise, asthma and smoking on the human gas exchange system.

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Vapes are electronic devices designed to allow people to inhale nicotine in a vapour. Using a vape is known as vaping. Vapes are also available without nicotine.

Also called:

e-cigarettes

e-cigs

e-hookah

e-liquids

puff bars

vape pens

vape pods

vape sticks

Quick info

How the drug works varies from person to person

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Vapes are electronic devices designed to allow people to inhale nicotine in a vapour. Using a vape is known as vaping... | FRANK

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Whitby CAP Action Plan - Updated 11th December 2023

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The holidays are a time for family, friends, get-togethers, and gratefulness. They are also a time for conversations with your kids and modeling responsible behavior. Talking to your kids about family values, expectations, and being mindful and balanced before, during, and even after holiday events are both important and valuable.

Here are three things to keep in mind when starting conversations with your kids this holiday season:

Keep the conversations simple-remind your kids that saying NO to underage drinking and making healthy choices are part of your family's values and expectations.

If your kids see something-such as someone overconsuming alcohol-that's a critical time to have a conversation about balance, decision-making, and how alcohol affects the developing brain.

If you plan to host people for the holidays-model responsible behaviors in front of your kids such as drinking responsibly yourself, serving plenty of food, and having non-alcoholic beverages available.

As parents, we have the responsibility to make the most of this time-keeping everyone safe and sound. Our Ask, Listen, Learn resources  are here to help you get the conversations with your kids flowing.

Season's greetings from the  Ask, Listen, Learn,  Team

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Talking to your kids about family values, expectations, and being mindful and balanced before, during, and even after holiday events are both important and valuable.

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We believe that everyone deserves a safe home, a rewarding job and a life free from addiction or abuse. We also believe that, given the right support, anyone can change their life for the better. By focusing on someone's strengths, potential and opportunities, we help around 14,000 people overcome their problems and live safe, successful, independent lives each year.

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We believe that everyone deserves a safe home, a rewarding job and a life free from addiction or abuse. We also believe that, given the right support, anyone can change their life for the better. By focusing on someone's strengths, potential and opportunities, we help around 14,000 people overcome their problems and live safe, successful, independent lives each year.

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Going on a night out with your mates? Here are our tips and advice for staying safe while having a good time. Click the links in the purple section below to skip to the info you need, or keep scrolling to see it all.

People may take ketamine recreationally to feel at peace, for greater spiritual experiences and to feel more connected with the world.

Ketamine can make you feel detached from reality, as though you are separated from your body and mind. You may experience hallucinations and it can make you lose the ability to move. This is known as a k-hole. Some people find this experience fun, others find it can be scary.

Mixing ketamine with other substances increases the risk of falling unconscious and vomiting which can be fatal if the person is not placed in the recovery position.

Keeping yourself safe

Make sure you are in a good mental state before using ketamine. If you are already feeling down or anxious, it can exaggerate these feelings and give you a bad experience.

It can be difficult to move around after using ketamine so make sure that you are in a safe environment to avoid any injuries.

Avoid using alone. Have a trusted mate that isn't using with you so that they can make sure you're staying safe.

Avoid eating food 90 minutes before taking ketamine to reduce the likelihood of nausea and vomiting.

Don't use or share banknotes to snort ketamine. They can spread infections and viruses. Use equipment like a straw and keep it to yourself.

You can never be sure what your bag contains or is mixed with. Make sure it is finely crushed and take small amounts. Alternate nostrils and give it time to kick in before taking any more.

If your mate is feeling panicked or anxious, take them to one side and keep them calm.

If your mate ends up unconscious or is having difficulty breathing, call an ambulance. Then, put them in the recovery position - it could save their life. Here's a quick guide to the recovery position. If you don't remember, get them onto their side - even this can make a real difference.

What are the effects?

People take ketamine to experience:

Calmness and serenity

Being in a dream-like state

Out-of-body experience (K-hole)

It can also cause unpleasant side effects, such as:

Short term memory loss.

Paranoia, especially with frequent use.

Paralysis.

Experiencing scary hallucinations.

There are other risks to taking ketamine:

Can experience severe stomach pain often called k-cramps.

It can cause long term memory problems.

Long term use can damage the bladder and in severe cases can result in it being removed. Contact your GP if you notice pain when urinating or blood in your urine.

Frequently using ketamine can lead to you becoming dependant on it. If you feel it is negatively affecting your life, please get in touch.

If it is an emergency stay with the person, call 999 and put them in the recovery position.

MDMA can also come in the form of Ecstasy. This is usually a colourful pill.

The comedown from using MDMA/ecstasy can make you feel depressed for several days.

MDMA/ecstasy is sometimes mixed with other things that can effect how strong it is. This means you can never be sure you're taking what you think you are. Ecstacy pills are sometimes a combination of MDMA, caffeine, ketamine, MDA, methamphetamine or PMA.

Other drugs that have been mixed in might take longer to have an effect. It's important to leave enough time between taking doses to avoid overdosing.

Keeping yourself safe

Because the strength of MDMA can be so unpredictable, please go slow... Start by taking either a small amount of powder (the size of a matchstick tip) or a quarter of a pill and wait an hour to let it kick in before you take any more.

MDMA can raise your body temperature - to avoid overheating, take regular breaks from dancing.

Drink water - but not too much! MDMA can cause the body to release a hormone which stops it from making urine; slowly sip no more than 1 pint of water over an hour.

Mixing different substances is never a good idea and can be dangerous. This is the case when mixing MDMA with substances like cocaine or alcohol. The reactions can be highly unpredictable and dangerous.

If your mate is feeling panicked or anxious, take them to one side and keep them calm. If they experience seizures, nausea or vomiting or difficulty breathing, call 999 immediately and tell them what has been taken.

If your mate ends up unconscious or is having difficulty breathing, call an ambulance. Then, put them in the recovery position - it could save their life. Here's a quick guide to the recovery position. If you don't remember, get them onto their side - even this can make a real difference.

What are the effects?

People take MDMA to experience/feel:

Sense of happiness

Enhance their clubbing/dance experience

More awake and alert

Talkative and sociable

It can also cause unpleasant side effects, such as:

No appetite

Change in body temperature

Panic attacks

Unexpected emotions

Gurning (tightening and moving of the jaw)

There are other risks to taking MDMA:

Heatstroke and dehydration

Overhydration (too much water)

Depression

Nausea and decreased appetite

Taking too much can cause an overdose. Signs to look out for include abdominal cramping, elevated body temperature, nausea and vomiting.

If it is an emergency stay with the person, call 999 and put them in the recovery position.

Cocaine is a stimulant that can make you feel excited and full of energy. It will also make your heart beat faster and you might sweat a lot more. How long the effects last can vary depending on how much you take, how pure it is, and whether you've eaten.

Cocaine can look like other white powdered substances, so you can never be sure you're taking what you think you are. It is often 'bulked out' with other things such as caffeine, talcum powder or laundry detergent.

Keeping yourself safe

Don't use or share banknotes to snort cocaine. They can spread infections and viruses. Use equipment like a straw and keep it to yourself.

You can never be sure what your bag contains or is mixed with. Make sure it is crushed and take small amounts. Try and alternate nostrils, and don't rush to take more too soon.

Try not to mix cocaine and alcohol, or any other drugs. Lots of people don't use cocaine while sober, but decide to when they are drunk.

Drugs and alcohol together can put an extra strain on your heart and liver.

Make sure you drink enough water to stay hydrated. It will also make you less likely to mix cocaine and alcohol.

If your mate is feeling panicked or anxious, take them to one side and keep them calm. If they have chest pains or trouble breathing, call 999 right away and tell them what they've taken.

If your mate ends up unconscious or is having difficulty breathing, call an ambulance. Then, put them in the recovery position - it could save their life. Here's a quick guide to the recovery position. If you don't remember, get them onto their side - even this can make a real difference.

What are the effects?

People take cocaine to feel:

More talkative and sociable

More confident

Euphoric (intense excitement and happiness)

Cocaine can cause unpleasant side effects, such as:

Not being able to sleep and feeling restless.

Mood changes, such as feeling anxious or irritable.

Being overconfident, violent or aggressive.

Nosebleeds and a constant runny nose. Using lots of cocaine can damage your nasal septum (the middle bit) and lead to infections.

There are other risks to taking cocaine:

It can do long-term damage to your mental health, including paranoia, hallucinations, and psychosis.

It can make you more likely to have a heart attack or a stroke.

Taking too much can cause an overdose. Signs to look out for include confusion, seizures, vomiting and trouble breathing.

Using lots of cocaine can lead to you becoming dependant on it. If you notice it negatively affecting your life, please get in touch.

Is nitrous oxide illegal?

Nitrous oxide is a Class C drug and it is therefore illegal to have it in your possession.

There are some exceptions for people who use nitrous oxide in their work, such as medical or culinary staff. You might be expected to show evidence that you have nitrous oxide for a legitimate reason. It is illegal to have it on you without one of these reasons.

You can be arrested and charged for having nitrous oxide in your possession. You might get an unlimited fine, a visible community punishment, or a caution which will appear on your criminal record. If you get caught multiple times, you could even get a prison sentence of up to two years.

Keeping yourself safe

Always use a balloon to inhale. Inhaling directly from a dispenser, tube, or mask can be dangerous. Never inhale from a bag over the head.

Be careful not to confuse nitrous oxide with another gas or volatile substance which can have greater risks.

Do not inhale whilst standing up or where you could fall and injure yourself (eg near a steep drop).

If you have low blood pressure or mental health problems, nitrous oxide can make you ill.

If you experience negative effects or 'pins and needles' stop using immediately.

If you are going to use nitrous oxide, don't use in small confined spaces, its better outdoors, but not near any obvious risks such as roads.

It is best not to drink alcohol while using nitrous oxide - both drugs are depressants and using them together increases the risk of ill effects and accidents.

As with all drugs, it is better not to use nitrous oxide alone. Having people, you trust and who have knowledge of first aid around is always a good thing.

If your mate ends up unconscious or is having difficulty breathing, call an ambulance. Then, put them in the recovery position - it could save their life. Here's a quick guide to the recovery position. If you don't remember, get them onto their side - even this can make a real difference.

What are the effects?

People take nitrous oxide to experience:

A feeling of euphoria

Laughter, relaxation, tingling in your ears and other feelings in your body

It can also cause unpleasant side effects, such as:

Dizziness, feeling sick and headaches

Losing control of your body movements

Accidents caused by you feeling dizzy

There are other risks to taking nitrous oxide:

Inhaling nitrous oxide straight from the canister is very dangerous.

Some people inhale nitrous oxide by putting a plastic bag over their head. This is very dangerous, and some people have died doing it.

Doing lots of it can cause sore, red eyes and irritate the parts of your body that help you breathe well.

It can cause irregular heartbeats.

Doing lots of it can make you low in vitamin B12. This can cause anaemia (low iron), nerve damage and other problems.

What is a comedown?

After using substances, you may notice that you feel differently as the effects start to wear off. You might feel tired, low in mood, irritable, nauseous or even experience flu-like symptoms. This is what people mean when they refer to a comedown.

When you use drugs, it releases excessive amounts of serotonin in the brain. Serotonin is the hormone that controls your happiness and gives you that euphoric feeling. During a comedown, your serotonin levels are low, which can be an uncomfortable experience. This can last a few days depending on how long you've been using substances and the amount taken.

You may be tempted to use more substances to reduce this negative feeling. This can lead to dependency. Instead, check out our top tips below.

Help your mate with their comedown

Comedowns can be different for each person. Some people have worse comedowns than others so check in with your mates. If they are really struggling here's some advice to share with them:

1. Explain to them what is happening to their body physically and reassure them that it's temporary. This feeling will pass.

2. Help them prepare a healthy meal - remember, bananas, nuts and vegetables are great comedown companions.

3. Spend some time together. Have fun and try to laugh lots!

4. Encourage them to get lots of sleep.

5. If you're really worried about their physical symptoms or feel they may harm themselves, tell a trusted adult and get them to A&E.

If it is an emergency stay with the person, call 999 and put them in the recovery position.

Tips for looking after yourself

If you're feeling rubbish the day after a big night, here are some tips for helping you feel better mentally and physically during a comedown.

Physical Recovery

1. Take a break from using substances. Allow your body and brain time to recover and your serotonin to regenerate.

2. Boost your serotonin and eat a healthy diet. Bananas, dark chocolate and nuts are healthier ways to boost your serotonin levels and can shorten your comedown.

3. Get plenty of sleep to help your body recover. Pineapple can trigger the production of the hormone melatonin, which can help you get a good night's sleep if you're struggling.

4. Drink plenty of water, orange juice or isotonic drinks. This will help rehydrate your body and replace your salt levels.

5. If you are on prescribed medication, get some advice from your GP about whether these should be taken during a comedown.

Mental Recovery

1. Do some gentle exercise. Going for a walk releases endorphins which can help improve your mood.

2. It's common to feel low and depressed during a comedown. Do something that makes you feel happy - put your favourite film on. Pet your dog. Listen to some music.

3. As tempting as it is, don't isolate yourself. Check in with a mate or call Samaritans on 116 123.

4. If you're worried about hurting yourself or someone else, contact your GP or go to A&E and tell them what you've taken so that they can support you.

If it's an emergency stay with the person, call 999 and put them in the recovery position.

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Whitby CAP Action Plan - Updated 18th October 2023

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Whitby CAP Action Plan - Updated 10th July 2023

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Whitby CAP Action Plan - Updated 10th July 2023

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