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Royal Derby Hospital. Photo by Eddie Bisknell.

Derby hospital leadership warn of “many difficult decisions” needed to resolve “catastrophic” budget issues

By Eddie Bisknell - Local Democracy Reporting Service Derby’s hospital leadership have warned “many difficult decisions” lie ahead to resolve “catastrophic” budget issues, but have given reassurances about patient safety and quality of care. A board meeting held on Tuesday 13th January by the University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust heard the depths of the issues faced by the organisation. Leadership said that the £70 million budget gap faced by the trust next year and the £28 […]

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An image of where the bridge will be located. (Credit: EBC)

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New bridge is a big deal

Work has started to build a bridge over the Erewash Canal in Long Eaton which will be a vital link for residents of the town. The Britannia Mills bridge, which is near Bennett Street, is one of the Government funded Long Eaton Town Deal projects. It will link, via a traffic free route, the canal towpath to the Canal Street district of the town. Construction work is being carried out by Stepnell, the same company who are replacing the dilapidated […]

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Immigration Enforcement raids reported to be at the highest level in British history

Latest figures reveal the number of raids have soared by 77% in the UK since the government came into power, leading to an 83% rise in arrests (July 2024 to end of December 2025). Over 17,400 raids were made to dodgy businesses - such as nail bars, car washes, barbers and takeaway shops - targeting those attempting to undercut honest workers and hide in plain sight. The major uplift, which led to more than 12,300 arrests, was made possible by […]

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Tony Beardsley out walking with the Erewash Ramblers (Credit)

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Long standing Erewash Ramblers Committee Member steps down

A group of walkers in Erewash is seeing 2026 in with a change to its membership after a long standing member decided to step down. Tony Beardsley was an original member of the Erewash Ramblers Committee, starting out as Programme Secretary and then becoming Chairman. The organisation was formed in 1981 and is part of the Derbyshire Area of Ramblers. However, after 45 years on the Committee, Tony has decided to step down. A statement issued on behalf of the […]

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Hospital trust chief praises “exceptional” staff efforts to combat continued challenging pressure

By Eddie Bisknell - Local Democracy Reporting Service Derby’s hospital trust chief has praised “exceptional” efforts staff have put in to combat continued challenging pressure for NHS services, but the organisation has highlighted strain from sickness and “catastrophic” budget issues. Stephen Posey, chief executive of the University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust, which includes Royal Derby Hospital, has addressed a slew of issues as the health system continued to face heightened pressure for services. In a report […]

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Plans are in place for a £3.75m road improvements in Spondon near A52

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£3.75m for Spondon traffic improvements

By Nigel Slater - Local Democracy Reporting Service Plans to improve road safety with a £3.75million upgrade at a notorious traffic hotspot in Derby are set to move forward. Changes to “provide greater control of traffic flows” at the Spondon A52 Interchange and the roundabout near Asda supermarket are in the pipeline. Drawings show plans to install new traffic lights and crossings around the roundabout, including the junctions to and from the A52, to encourage active travel – such as […]

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Two borough sites listed as county council invests £4.5m in Derbyshire schools

Two schools in Erewash have been included in a list of schools across Derbyshire which are set to receive a share of £4.5m towards the cost of creating more space and making the learning environment better for students. A total of 18 schools will receive a cash injection from Derbyshire County Council towards on-going or new projects to modernise or expand following decisions made by Cabinet. Councillors agreed to allocate £3.1m from the Children’s Services Capital Budget to 10 schools […]

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The proposed new A50 junction and link road at Sinfin. Image from Pegasus Planning Group

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Budget for new A50 junction doubles, work not due to start until 2027 amid “catastrophic” financial risks

By Eddie Bisknell - Local Democracy Reporting Service The budget for Derby’s long-awaited new A50 junction has doubled, surpassing £78 million, while work on the project has been delayed yet again. Formal plans for a new A50 junction at Deepdale Lane, south of Sinfin and Stenson fields and north of Barrow upon Trent, have been in the works for seven years. Costs had initially been £37.5 million with a start date in 2023 and completion in early 2025. However, spades […]

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Erewash Borough Council headquarters in Long Eaton. Photo by Eddie Bisknell.

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Growing plans for Erewash’s future

Erewash Borough Council will consider how to improve biodiversity and local energy at a Council Executive meeting on 13th January. A draft Biodiversity Report will be presented. Residents can expect updates every 5 years from this report about how the council could conserve and enhance biodiversity. Biodiversity refers to the variety of plant and animal life in a habitat – the higher this is, the better! A healthier more diverse habitat means better water and air quality, better soil nutrients, […]

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Derby hospital leadership warn of “many difficult decisions” needed to resolve “catastrophic” budget issues

New bridge is a big deal

Immigration Enforcement raids reported to be at the highest level in British history

Long standing Erewash Ramblers Committee Member steps down

Hospital trust chief praises “exceptional” staff efforts to combat continued challenging pressure

£3.75m for Spondon traffic improvements

Two borough sites listed as county council invests £4.5m in Derbyshire schools

Budget for new A50 junction doubles, work not due to start until 2027 amid “catastrophic” financial risks

Growing plans for Erewash’s future

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