East Midlands devolution moves closer to reality
The proposed East Midlands Combined County Authority (EMCCA) has moved one step closer to reality after key legislation was approved in Westminster. The Levelling Up and Regeneration Bill has been…
Fireworks safety advice ensures a fun Bonfire Night for everyone
A warning has gone out to families in Nottingham ahead of Bonfire Night to ensure that everyone enjoys fireworks safely. Nottingham City Council’s Trading Standards team has put together a…
Faith communities stand together as international conflict escalates
Faith leaders from across Nottingham came together this morning (Friday) in a show of solidarity following the ongoing situation in Israel and Gaza. Members of Islamic, Jewish, Christian, Hindu and…
Safety partnership launches plan to tackle crime and anti-social behaviour
The Nottingham Community Safety Partnership (NCSP) has launched a new three-year strategy which details how it will tackle crime, anti-social behaviour and substance use in the city. The NCSP, formerly…
Food vouchers and free activities clubs for families this half-term
Struggling families in Nottingham are to receive more support over the October school holidays with food vouchers and free outdoor activities. The City Council has repeatedly made £15-per-week vouchers available…
Prizewinning mural to be unveiled at new Clifton apartments
A mural designed by local schoolchildren will be unveiled on Monday (9 October) at the Kieron Hill Court apartments in Clifton. The mural, which runs along the rear of the…
Suspended prison sentence for man causing distress to neighbours
A Nottingham man has received a suspended prison sentence for breaching a civil order after causing repeated problems for his neighbours. Garry Wells, aged 53, of Frobisher Gardens, Sherwood, appeared…
Fears for safety as thieves steal scores of grates from city’s roads
Residents have been urged to be on their guard as close to 80 gully grates have been stolen from Nottingham’s roads. The grates act as covers for rainwater drains which…
Nottingham receives further boost to support city’s rough sleepers
The City Council has been successful in applying for an additional £800,000 to continue supporting rough sleepers over the next two years. The authority was awarded more than £6.5m in…
‘My son and I have been waiting all his life for a home of our own’, says new council tenant Chloe*
One of the latest residents to move in to the Beckhampton development in Bestwood has been waiting for a new home since before her son was born. “I joined the…