Campaigns
Pregnant women urged to quit smoking for health of babies
Pregnant women who smoke are being encouraged to give up cigarettes for a healthier pregnancy as part of a new campaign. ‘Love Bump’ will run …
Nottingham celebrates World Book Day in style
Children and staff at Robin Hood Primary School, Bestwood, with their new books. Nottingham marked World Book Day in style today (Thursday 7 …
Making exercise more inclusive
Nottingham City Council has launched a new campaign aimed at increasing the number of people with disabilities taking part in sport and leisure …
Councillor David Mellen to read to 5,000 children in 50 days
Councillor David Mellen, Portfolio Holder for Early Intervention and Early Years at Nottingham City Council, is launching his Big Reading Challenge …
Nottingham City Council says – “Hate litter? Help us do something about it”
Nottingham City Council today (Tuesday 10 April) launches a campaign asking Nottingham residents to play their part in reducing litter. Everyone …
Dolly Parton Imagination Library launches in two more Nottingham wards
The Dolly Parton Imagination Library scheme has launched in two more wards in Nottingham City: Dales and Bridge. The Dolly Parton Imagination …
Other news
Pay gap narrows at Nottingham City Council
Nottingham City Council has narrowed the gender pay gap so that on average there is now no difference between what middle-earning men and women …
Statement on Nottingham Forest’s ground redevelopment plans
Councillor Jon Collins, Leader of Nottingham City Council, said: “This is important news for the city and we were happy to work with Nottingham …
Death of former City Council Leader
Former Leader of Nottingham City Council Betty Higgins has died aged 92. Elected as a Labour councillor to what was then the Manvers Ward of the …
Nottingham aims to be first carbon neutral city in the UK
Nottingham could become the first carbon neutral city in the UK after the City Council set itself an ambitious target to achieve this by 2028. The …
Stonewall names Nottingham City Council one of Britain’s top 100 LGBT-inclusive employers
Nottingham City Council has been named one of the most inclusive employers in Britain by lesbian, gay, bi and trans equality charity Stonewall in its …
Bulwell Forest Recreation Ground Awarded Centenary Field Status
Bulwell Forest Recreation Ground is to be designated a Centenary Field commemorating those lost in World War One. The new status is to be marked …