Community Notices

From left, Nikki Webster and Jennifer Wyman at Bridge the Gap in Derby.

Thousands needed for Derby’s Bridge the Gap to improve children’s mental health

A Derby organisation that supports children with early intervention and emotional education has set out plans to raise £50,000 to help families in the city. Bridge the Gap, in St Mary’s Gate, wants a Family Support Fund so children can access free support sessions with expert staff. Jennifer Wyman, founder and director of the award-winning CIC, says turning families away who need support is heartbreaking. The 47-year-old, who has worked with children and families for more than 20 years, said: […]

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Mayor Claire Ward on board one of the region's buses (Credit: Onclusive News)

Community Notices

Last chance to have your say on the Mayor’s Big Transport Conversation

Thousands of people across the East Midlands have already shared their views on the future of transport in the East Midlands through the Mayor’s Big Transport Conversation – but there’s just one week left to have your say. Fewer potholes, simpler ticketing, more frequent buses, and safer cycling routes are just some of the improvements suggested so far by residents across the region. The Mayor of the East Midlands, Claire Ward, is urging people, businesses, and community groups to make […]

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Community Notices

Month-long amnesty calls on owners to hand in now-illegal firearms

Firearms owners are being urged to check if their previously lawful weapon is one of five now classified as illegal – and to hand them in safely during a month-long amnesty. Police forces across England and Wales will be holding a four-week firearms amnesty (February 2nd-27th) for five models of side or top-venting (TVBFs) weapons manufactured by Bruni. The following five imitation firearms can be handed in to local police station without fear of prosecution, after tests by the National […]

2 February 2026 23

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Mayor plays down £400m plan for trams coming to Derby (Consultation runs to 8th February)

By Nigel Slater - Local Democracy Reporting Service The East Midlands Mayor has played down fresh plans for a tram network coming to Derby – suggesting other transport ideas are in greater need. Claire Ward told the Local Democracy Reporting Service (LDRS) there was a media “obsession” with trams and proposals for tracks in the city. The Labour Mayor is seeking proposals and ideas from the public on how to improve transport across Derby, Nottingham and both of its counties. […]

28 January 2026 29

Community Notices

Are you a member of the Ockbrook School Alumni?

Are you a former pupil or a former member of staff of Ockbrook School? The site is now the forever home of Over The Wall Camp - a UK based charity for children with serious illness and disabilities, and their families, to discover a world of mischief and magic. A place where they can be brave and have fun with others. These amazing places are physical – in residential camps and also available online – with Camp in the Cloud, and what’s more, […]

27 January 2026 34

Credit: The office of the Derbyshire Police and Crime Commisoner.

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Opportunity to question police activity on drug dealing and substance misuse (Deadine: 4th February)

Drug dealing and substance misuse were prioritised in PCC Nicolle Ndiweni-Roberts’ Police and Crime Plan in response to public concerns raised during her consultation. In March, the progress made by Derbyshire Constabulary will be reviewed by the Commissioner, when she receives a report from the Chief Constable covering the activity to tackle the problem as part of her robust scrutiny of the Constabulary’s performance. The Commissioner has always been clear that she is working with local residents to respond to […]

26 January 2026 29

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Ceremonial start to for new Scout build project in Sawley

The dawn of a new era for scouting in Sawley and Long Eaton is to be marked with a groundbreaking ceremony in February. The 1st Sawley Scout group will start the foundations as part of phase 1 of a new build project, with a ceremony to be held on Wednesday 11th February 2026, with support from the contractor Baldwin Construction. The first of four phases, phase 2 will be to raise money to buy the land from Erewash Borough Council, […]

23 January 2026 30

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Have your say on home to school travel proposals (by 22nd February)

A consultation event has been arranged to help people have their say on proposals to update home to school travel policies. Derbyshire County Council is seeking views on plans to change travel policies for eligible school children aged five to 16, Post 16 learners and students with special educational needs and disabilities. It follows updated legal guidance from the government providing greater clarity on the role councils’ play in helping to transport children to school, giving an opportunity to consider […]

22 January 2026 15

Recovered, previously stolen tools - are any of these your property? (Credit: Derbyshire Police)

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Police appeal to help trace owners of stolen tools

Derbyshire Police have issued an appeal for help from the public to trace the owners of a number of tools which have been recovered from across Erewash and South Derbyshire. The items (pictured) have been recovered during an operation to target thieves who stole from vans on more than 130 occasions. Items include a Makita hammer drill, a De Walt nail gun and a Makita grinder. Officers have also found a number of other tools which do not have distinguishing […]

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Thousands needed for Derby’s Bridge the Gap to improve children’s mental health

Last chance to have your say on the Mayor’s Big Transport Conversation

Month-long amnesty calls on owners to hand in now-illegal firearms

Mayor plays down £400m plan for trams coming to Derby (Consultation runs to 8th February)

Are you a member of the Ockbrook School Alumni?

Opportunity to question police activity on drug dealing and substance misuse (Deadine: 4th February)

Ceremonial start to for new Scout build project in Sawley

Have your say on home to school travel proposals (by 22nd February)

Police appeal to help trace owners of stolen tools

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