Campaigns
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 …
Plans approved for two new developments as new Broadmarsh area starts to take shape
Planning permission has been granted for the proposed Broadmarsh Car Park and Bus Station development and Nottingham College’s new City Hub. The …
Robin’s Tales gets a boost from Boots
Hoodwinked has become the latest exciting chapter in the story of Boots’ literary heritage as it joins the project as the official Education …
Better standards for Nottingham’s private rents as new licensing scheme gets green light
Private tenants in Nottingham will benefit from better quality accommodation and greater protection from rogue landlords after the Government …
Other news
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 …
Nottingham among host cities for UEFA Women’s Euro 2021 tournament
Nottingham has been announced as one of the host cities for UEFA Women’s EURO 2021 matches after England was confirmed as hosts by the UEFA …
Over £12,500 compensation for illegally evicted tenant could lead to more cases
Private tenants in Nottingham are being urged to report rogue landlords, after an illegally evicted tenant was awarded over £12,500 in damages in a …