Community Notices

Regulator launches lithium battery safety checklist ahead of busy half-term travel period

With almost three million passengers set to take to the skies across England and Wales this October half-term, the UK Civil Aviation Authority is urging passengers to follow its new lithium battery safety checklist, warning that incidents involving lithium battery-powered devices remain highly likely during this busy travel period. The simple checklist is designed to help passengers recognise the warning signs of an incident and respond quickly if a lithium battery-powered device overheats, starts smoking or catches fire onboard an […]

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Community Notices

Unsure where to go? Let NHS 111 guide you!

Residents are encouraged to use NHS 111 for urgent health concerns that are not life-threatening. Health leaders across the DLN cluster are asking people to contact NHS 111 when they need urgent medical help but are not sure which service is right for them. NHS 111 is available online at 111.nhs.uk and by phone, 24 hours a day. The service asks questions about symptoms and can direct people to the most appropriate care. Depending on clinical need, this may include […]

19 October 2026 15

Borough Wide

Share the journey, not the noise: Government launches measures to prevent noise and antisocial behaviour on transport

Passengers will benefit from new Government efforts launched to tackle antisocial behaviour on transport, including £100 fines on buses and a new campaign to discourage ‘loudcasting’ on trains. On Monday 19th October 2026, guidance was issued for local authorities to support their new powers to crackdown on loud music, littering, vaping, and threatening behaviour on buses - including being able to issue fixed penalties of up to £100 for those who cause trouble. 'Loudcasting' on public transport has become one […]

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Community Notices

Giving Lottery Result for Saturday 17th October 2026

We've teamed up with The Giving Lottery to give you the chance to win up to £25,000 by playing for as little as £1 a week in their weekly draw. Prizes start at £25 for three matched numbers, £250 for four matched numbers, £2,000 for five matched numbers and if you can match ALL six numbers, £25,000 is yours! Match two numbers and get three extra tickets for the following draw! The winning numbers for Saturday 17th October 2026 are […]

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Borough Wide

New survey over plans for towns to get own councils

Letters are being sent to residents in parts of Erewash inviting them to give their views as part of the borough council's Community Governance Review. The review is considering proposals relating to local governance arrangements in several areas of the borough, including Ilkeston, Long Eaton, Kirk Hallam and Sandiacre. An accompanying leaflet explains the proposals being consulted on, which include the possible establishment of town councils for Ilkeston and Long Eaton, the possible establishment of a parish council for Kirk […]

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The planned Donald Rose mural on the side of Ilkeston Town Hall. Image from Erewash Borough Council.

Community Notices

Race to finish mural for fair

A spectacular new attraction is poised to boost crowds at one of Europe’s most historic street fairs – as two renowned artists race to complete a giant Ilkeston mural in time for next week’s extravaganza of family fun. The huge seven-metre-tall (23ft) artwork on the side of Ilkeston Town Hall is a tribute to a local World War Two hero who was Britain’s oldest man when he died last year at the age of 110. Donald Rose was involved in […]

15 October 2026 22

Community Notices

Disabled passengers give vote of confidence for Britain’s railways

New figures show a record numbers of disabled passengers held discounted railcards on Britain's railways over Spring 2026. Over 450,000 Disabled Persons Railcards were held between April and August 2026, up 25% on the same period last year, and the highest number since records began in 2012. The information is being seen as a major vote of confidence from disabled passengers in Britain’s railways, as railcard usage has more than doubled compared with 2016-17, driven by wider criteria for those […]

8 October 2026 12

Borough Wide

Businesses urged to prepare for vaping, nicotine and tobacco law changes

Businesses selling tobacco, vaping or nicotine products are being urged to get ready for changes in the law which if ignored could land them with a £200 fine. Derbyshire County Council’s trading standards, along with other enforcement agencies, will be tasked with ensuring businesses follow the new rules which will be introduced from 29th October 2026. The changes relate to updated age restrictions, vending machine bans and new rules on promotions and discounts. From 29th October 2026, it will be […]

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Community Notices

First-of-its-kind support launches to tackle youth vaping in Derbyshire

A new specialist service is being launched in some Derbyshire secondary schools to help young people break free from vaping and smoking. Vibe is the first dedicated smoking and vaping cessation service for young people in Derbyshire. Funded by Derbyshire County Council's Public Health team and delivered by Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS Foundation Trust (DCHS), the service is initially available in ten secondary schools. The launch comes amid ongoing concerns about youth vaping, with an estimated 3,000 Derbyshire pupils […]

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Regulator launches lithium battery safety checklist ahead of busy half-term travel period

Unsure where to go? Let NHS 111 guide you!

Share the journey, not the noise: Government launches measures to prevent noise and antisocial behaviour on transport

Giving Lottery Result for Saturday 17th October 2026

New survey over plans for towns to get own councils

Race to finish mural for fair

Disabled passengers give vote of confidence for Britain’s railways

Businesses urged to prepare for vaping, nicotine and tobacco law changes

First-of-its-kind support launches to tackle youth vaping in Derbyshire

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