National Lockdown announced with immediate effect
The Prime Minister has announced a new national lockdown which starts immediately, to be ratified in law on Wednesday and lasting at least six weeks. What this means is that…
Statement from the Leader of Nottingham City Council on schools reopening
Councillor David Mellen, also Portfolio Holder for Schools, said: Covid infection levels in Nottingham currently remain below the national average and infection levels among primary school children are lower still.…
A year at the Broadmarsh Centre – change, disappointment, optimism
More than 3,000 responses have been put forward ahead of a New Year’s Day deadline for how Nottingham’s Broadmarsh Centre site might be re-imagined. 2021 will see the ideas shaped…
Nottingham world first: Electric bin lorries take to the streets
Two new electric bin lorries have started operating in Nottingham in a world first – and they’re outperforming their diesel counterparts. The sparkling new, clean and green answer to bin…
Changing horizon promises a better entrance to Nottingham
Once an unwelcome sight on entering the city from Nottingham’s bus and rail stations, construction at the council’s new Broadmarsh development and the streets around it means the entrance to…
Nottingham Landlord jailed over illegal eviction attempt
A Nottingham landlord, who breached a court order not to harass or evict his tenants has been given a prison sentence. Mr Saakib Khan, who lives in The Meadows, is…
‘Outstanding’ council staff land two national awards for excellence
Staff working for Nottingham City Council’s Parks and Transport teams have been nationally acclaimed for their work. Parks, Grounds and Horticulture and Transport and Fleet Maintenance were named as Best…
City Council response to Government’s rapid review
Nottingham City Council fully accepts the findings of a rapid review carried out on behalf of the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government and is committed to continuing to…
Nottingham to stay in Tier 3 restrictions for Covid-19
Nottingham is to stay in Tier 3 ‘Very High’ restrictions for Covid-19, following a national review today (17 Dec) by the Government. Cllr David Mellen, Leader of Nottingham City Council,…
City reaffirms global agreement to underline its ‘green’ agenda
The Deputy Leader of Nottingham City Council has reiterated the authority’s carbon-neutral aims as she prepares to sign up once more to a global commitment. Councillor Sally Longford, pictured, will…