News Archive

Nottingham’s new Transforming Cities funded walking and cycling bridge successfully lifted into place 

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The 87metre, 175tonne bridge was lifted into place by a huge crawler crane  On Monday 10 November – Nottingham’s brand-new footbridge was lifted into

Snape Wood primary school in Bulwell recommended for closure

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Snape Wood Primary & Nursery School in Bulwell has been recommended for closure due to a decline in pupil numbers

Major development plan is moved forward for Government approval

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Councillors have today (Monday 10) voted through a formal planning document setting out where thousands of new homes will be

Nottingham’s famous Council House clock restored to its former glory 

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Nottingham’s iconic Council House clock has been restored for the first time in nearly half a century, bringing the much-loved timepiece back

Councillors to discuss Local Government Reorganisation plans

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Councillors in Nottingham will have their chance to discuss proposals for Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire, in

Remembrance Sunday & Armistice Day 2025

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The traditional Remembrance Service will take place on Sunday 9 November at the city’s war memorial at Victoria Embankment. The ceremony

Nottingham City Council submits formal proposal to tackle letting board clutter

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Nottingham City Council has submitted a formal proposal to the Secretary of State seeking to restrict the display of letting

Supporting biodiversity in our Green Heart

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Did you notice the wildflower areas around the Green Heart pond looked a little different last week? The vibrant growth

New initiative aims to create smoke-free sidelines at Nottingham’s grassroots football clubs 

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A new initiative is being launched across Nottingham and Nottinghamshire to promote healthier, more family-friendly grassroots football by encouraging local

Sherwood Library engagement closes following strong community response 

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A six-week public engagement on temporary library arrangements for Sherwood has now closed, with more than 1,100 residents sharing their

Celebrating Black foster carers this Black History Month

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At Foster for East Midlands Councils, we’re proud to celebrate Black History Month in the UK this October.  This year’s

Council to receive £5m funding to improve recycling

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Nottingham is set to receive a Government grant of £5.025 million which will be used to expand citywide recycling collection

‘Future Council Conversation’ launched as City sets out Budget for continued improvement

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Nottingham City Council is asking local people to give their views about the issues that matter most to them and

Foster for East Midlands part of national fostering film ‘The Run’

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Foster for East Midlands is proud to be part of ‘The Run’, the seventh fostering awareness film produced by award-winning

Nottingham City Council publishes Local Flood Risk Management Strategy  

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The plan sets out how the city plans to manage flood risk in the future  Nottingham City Council has published

£1.8million of transport funding for Nottingham

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Funding allocated to make walking and cycling safer on Gregory Boulevard, continue popular cycling sessions and explore future projects More

Standing Together Against Hate: Nottingham Marks Hate Crime Awareness Week 2025

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Nottingham City Council is proud to support Hate Crime Awareness Week 2025, a national campaign running from 13th to 19th

New budget shows a firmer grip on finances with a proposed £15m investment package for front-line services

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Nottingham City Council has been busy getting its house in order and now plans to demonstrate the benefits of this

Thank You to Children of Foster Carers

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Foster for East Midlands Councils is joining The Fostering Network in celebrating Children of Foster Carers’ Week, 13–19 October. During

Nottingham gets £2.5m in extra funding to tackle homelessness and rough sleeping

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Nottingham City Council has welcomed an extra £2.5 million from the Government to support people facing homelessness. The new funding,