Labour retains control of Nottingham City Council
Labour has retained control of Nottingham City Council following the local election on Thursday 2 May. Ahead of the polls opening, the Labour party held 50 seats on the authority…
More pupils get first-choice primary school on National Offer Day
More than 100 additional pupils in Nottingham have received their first-choice primary school for September this year – despite a larger number of applications than 2022. On National Offer Day…
Basford rogue trader jailed after Trading Standards probe
A rogue trader who left one victim £17,000 out of pocket has been jailed for more than two years after a successful investigation from Nottingham City Trading Standards. Lee Bodie…
Council secures £375,000 to map out future of 3D planning technology
Nottingham has been successful in securing a £375,000 Government grant to further improve 3D technology to modernise the planning application process. The money, which has come from the Department for…
Food vouchers and free activities clubs for families this Easter
Struggling families in Nottingham are to receive more support over Easter through school food vouchers and outdoor holiday activities. The City Council has repeatedly made £15-per-week vouchers available to all…
Trading Standards probe uncovers £200,000 fake car-parts scam
Two Nottingham men have been given suspended prison sentences after an investigation by Trading Standards officers found they made more than £200,000 selling fake car parts. Nasir Abdulla, aged 35,…
Combined effort to boost city’s health shortlisted for national award
Nottingham’s Director of Public Health has spoken of her delight after partnership work across the city was recognised nationally. A submission from Nottingham City Council has been shortlisted in the…
More pupils get first-choice secondary school on National Offer Day
More than 100 more pupils in Nottingham have received their first choice of secondary school for September this year – despite a larger number of applications than 2022. On National…
Nottingham remains united with Ukraine on conflict’s anniversary
Nottingham is coming together to mark the first anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Members of the public will join the city’s Ukrainian community in Old Market Square at 2pm…
Nottingham becomes the latest area to fly the Purple Flag in 2023
Nottingham has been awarded the prestigious Purple Flag accreditation for its evening and night-time economy. It is a recognition of the city’s vibrant and diverse mix of dining, entertainment and…