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SUMMER KIDZ: UKHSA East Midlands reminds families how to ‘Beat the Heat’ as schools break for summer

Schools out for summer and UKHSA East Midlands is urging families to take simple steps to enjoy the summer break safely and protect their family’s health. Further heat health alerts could be issued throughout the summer as temperatures rise. Particularly young children can be susceptible to the effects of heat, as well as older age groups. But anyone can be affected by particularly high temperatures and spending time outdoors, travelling and taking part in sports and other activities can increase […]

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Richard Blackmore from The East Midlands Chamber

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20% business rates cut for pubs and clubs welcomed by Chamber

The East Midlands Chamber has said a 20% cut in business rates for pubs and clubs is a ‘significant step forward’ but renewed its call for support for the wider hospitality sector, across manufacturing and small businesses, as part of a full root and branch review. The cut, announced by the Prime Minister, will be applied to business rates from April 2027 and follows a 15% cut announced by the former Chancellor earlier in 2026. East Midlands Chamber Director of […]

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Teacher Training Celebration (Credit: DCG)

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Derby College Group celebrates a summer of achievement

It has been a summer of celebration at Derby College Group, as thousands of students have marked the end of their courses with a series of awards ceremonies and graduations held over the last few weeks. Here is a broad selection of the celebrations. From Broomfield Hall to The Roundhouse, Morley Hayes and the University of Derby, every part of the college's provision has taken the opportunity to recognise the hard work, resilience and achievements of its students this year, […]

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Three vehicle A52 crash sees seven people injured

Erewash Police officers are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage after a serious collision on the A52 Brian Clough Way. The incident at around 7:45pm on Monday 20th July involved a Ford Fiesta, Ford Transit and a Jaguar, on the westbound carriageway near Borrowash. Seven people were injured with two taken to hospital. One of those has suffered serious injuries and has remained in hospital. The road was closed while the incident was dealt with and reopened at 7:10am on […]

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A telehandler near a powerline. (Credit: National Grid)

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Farmers in Derbyshire urged to ‘check it, don’t chance it’ during Farm Safety Week

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 South Wales, is sharing a simple but important message: check it, don't chance it. The reminder comes as part of a wider effort to reduce the number of incidents involving […]

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The Belper Mills complex. Image from Eddie Bisknell.

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Derby’s housing need – one of core reasons for Derbyshire’s 10 councils becoming two with north-south Amber Valley split

Derby’s housing need is one of the core reasons the Government chose to replace Derbyshire’s 10 councils with two on a north-south split through Amber Valley, ministers have revealed. In a letter to Derby and Derbyshire’s councils, Steve Reed, the Secretary of State for housing, communities and local government, detailed the reasons for his decision which was made last week. Mr Reed had stressed in his announcement that a core reason for the reshuffle was to aid cities which have […]

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SUMMER KIDZ: Derbyshire Police Summer Child Safety resources

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 Police are highlighting three key focus areas: Online Safety: The relaxed summer atmosphere can cause youth to lower their guard on social media and gaming platforms. Parents should continuously discuss […]

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SUMMER KIDZ: Water safety this Summer

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 staying safe while spending time outdoors and to remember the Float to Live message should they get into difficulty. Group Manager Frith added: "We know that some children will be […]

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SUMMER KIDZ: Fire safety this Summer

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 campfires in open spaces, including the Peak District National Park. Warm temperatures and low rainfall mean that not only is the Peak tinder dry but others outdoor spaces are too […]

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SUMMER KIDZ: UKHSA East Midlands reminds families how to ‘Beat the Heat’ as schools break for summer

20% business rates cut for pubs and clubs welcomed by Chamber

Derby College Group celebrates a summer of achievement

Three vehicle A52 crash sees seven people injured

Farmers in Derbyshire urged to ‘check it, don’t chance it’ during Farm Safety Week

Derby’s housing need – one of core reasons for Derbyshire’s 10 councils becoming two with north-south Amber Valley split

SUMMER KIDZ: Derbyshire Police Summer Child Safety resources

SUMMER KIDZ: Water safety this Summer

SUMMER KIDZ: Fire safety this Summer

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