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A Magazine for Sheffield

Rei Takver

Rei Takver

Despite having an unapologetically strong California accent, I've got a lot of love for this blustery northern city you've got going on over here.

I am currently a University of Sheffield MA Journalism student, and I'm particularly passionate about reporting on the climate crisis, inequality, injustice, racism, mental health and interesting new science.

Can Sheffield end new HIV transmissions by 2030?

In anticipation of next week’s Festival of Debate panel, Rei Takver speaks with Sheffield doctor and HIV specialist Dr Claire Dewsnap about what the city still needs to do to tackle the virus.

Should Sheffield ban all outdoor advertising?

The Council just approved a ban on outdoor billboards and panels that sell unhealthy and climate-busting products. It’s an admirable start – but has it gone far enough?