The recent drowning of a young man in the River Derwent through Derby highlights the need for water safety awareness as well as heatwave advice, a doctor has said. Dr Ian Lewins, a children’s emergency department consultant at Royal Derby Hospital, said continued awareness was needed about water safety – [...]

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As part of Farm Safety Week (20th–24th July 2026), National Grid Electricity Distribution is encouraging farmers across Derbyshire to take a moment to check their surroundings and stay alert when working near overhead power lines and underground electricity cables. The electricity network operator, which serves the Midlands, South West and [...]

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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 [...]

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Derbyshire Constabulary’s summer child safety resources focus on preventing anti-social behaviour (ASB), internet safety, and pedestrian awareness. Parents are advised to utilise the Derbyshire Constabulary Just a Second Campaign for free activity booklets, pedestrian safety advice, and family road trip activities. To help protect children during the summer break, Derbyshire [...]

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Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service (DFRS) is calling for people to stay safe and prevent emergencies after the county experienced prolonged hot and dry weather. DFRS is reminding people of the dangers of open water. Parents, guardians and carers are being encouraged to speak to children and young people about [...]

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Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service (DFRS) is calling for people to stay safe and prevent emergencies after the county experienced prolonged hot and dry weather. With many people expected to spend more time outdoors to enjoy the Summer Holidays, firefighters are reiterating their warning not to take barbecues or light [...]

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An online postcode look-up tool has been launched for residents in Derbyshire and Derby to check which new unitary council will serve the area they live in when local government reorganisation (LGR) takes effect on 1st April 2028. On Thursday 16th July 2026, the Government announced it had decided to [...]

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A popular paddling pool at a Derby park is “on track” to reopen in time for the summer holidays following emergency repairs. Last month, it was announced that Derby City Council bosses closed the pool at Markeaton Park amid fears for its long-term future. The council said new damage was [...]

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Eligible young people across Derby and Derbyshire being encouraged to book a potentially lifesaving meningitis B (MenB) vaccination at participating community pharmacies. The NHS has launched a new vaccination programme offering free MenB vaccinations at local pharmacies for eligible 17 and 18-year-olds in their final year of sixth form, as [...]

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A 25-year-old woman from Heanor has gone public to share her personal journey which led her to set up a Community Interest Company (CIC) to offer support to those suffering with ADHD and Autism. Marybeth Thornhill said that her personal journey and the gap in support led to the creation [...]

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The Transport Secretary has spoken with the European Commissioner for Sustainable Transport and Tourism about supporting holidaymakers through the EU’s enhanced security checks, during the summer holidays. During a productive meeting, Heidi Alexander and EU commissioner Apostolos Tzitzikostas discussed the EU Entry/Exit System (EES). The Transport Secretary raised concerns over [...]

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As schools shut for summer, free bus travel for all 5-to-15-year-olds in England will be available during August 2026. Roads Minister, Simon Lightwood, visited Bath in early July, to meet local leaders and bus companies ahead of the cost-of-living-busting free travel measures launching in time for summer holidays. With child fares [...]

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With many parts of the UK grappling with a heatwave, many of us will be looking for ways to beat the heat and keep cool. Fans can be a real help when it comes to managing the heat. Here, the team at High Speed Training share some advice on how [...]

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Interest in male breast cancer has surged over the past year, highlighting growing awareness of a condition that many people still mistakenly believe only affects women. Analysis of Google search data by men’s health platform Feel30 reveals searches for “male breast cancer” have increased by 131% over the past 12 [...]

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Derbyshire Police officers are continuing to stop e-scooter riders and seize their vehicles after they have been seen being used illegally, as highlighted in a video featuring two recent stops made by the force’s bikes team. In the video, both e-scooter riders were using the vehicles illegally and riders attempted [...]

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Walkers are being warned by Derbyshire County Council to stay away from Osborne’s Pond in Shipley Country Park following an oil spill. Rangers were made aware of the leak by a member of the public at lunchtime on Sunday 28th June 2026. The area was cordoned off and Derbyshire Fire [...]

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Ahead of the big summer getaway where over 60 million people are expected to be flying, the UK Civil Aviation Authority is telling all passengers to “pack right for a safe flight” by taking their batteries in the cabin with them. This kicks off a summer campaign with the UK’s [...]

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Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service (DFRS) is calling for people to stay safe and prevent emergencies as the county continues to experience prolonged hot and dry weather. With many people expected to spend more time outdoors to enjoy the sunshine, firefighters are reiterating their warning not to take barbecues or [...]

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