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Families securing cheaper mortgages across the East Midlands, as costs fall by up to £2,250 since the election

Families are almost £1,400 better off when taking out a typical mortgage since Labour came to office, new analysis has found. The average cost for a new two-year fixed mortgage across England and Wales was £1,185 per month in June 2024. However, following the Labour Government’s installation into power, work on the economy has seen six interest rate cuts since the General Election, the fastest pace of cuts in 17 years – the cost of a typical new mortgage has […]

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Local Air Ambulance charity opens new shop in Long Eaton

In 2025, the Your Air Ambulance charity flew almost 1,000 missions in Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire, providing care from the air to those who need help in the fastest time possible. The charity receives no NHS funding and is reliant on donations from the public and its network of retails outlets to fund every mission. Friday 9th January saw the charity open a store in Long Eaton to further its work and serve the communities that can rely on its air […]

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Heritage charity sparks fresh optisism for historic Erewash buildings

The Derbyshire Historic Buildings Trust (DHBT) has expressed its collective excitement after announcing an innovative project to safeguard endangered heritage buildings which will expand into Erewash during January 2026, thanks to The National Lottery Heritage Fund. Two public information sessions for all those interested in the project will take place on Thursday 29th January at the Erewash Museum from 2:00pm to 4:00pm and on Saturday 7th February at Morley Retreat from 10:00am-12noon. Attendees will be introduced to the B@R app […]

9 January 2026 25

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School closures – what happens during bad weather

Derbyshire County Council state that schools don't need to tell the authority if they're closed. If a school has to close at short notice - like due to bad weather - it will contact parents and carers, often by text. The headteacher decides whether to close the school. They will consider things like keeping staff and pupils safe, if enough staff can get to work, and local road conditions. You should check with your child's school to find out if […]

9 January 2026 35

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Derby College Group sites closed: 09/01/2026

Derby College Group report that, due to the current severe weather conditions and significant travel disruptions in and around Derby, all DCG sites will be closed today - Friday 9th January 2026. Some bus and train routes are not operating, making travel unsafe and unreliable. Teaching and support activities will move online where possible, and further updates will be provided via email. Although weather conditions are expected to improve later today, students should NOT attempt to travel to any DCG […]

9 January 2026 18

The new pitch at The Rutland Sports Park in Ilkeston (Credit: EBC)

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Sports park strolls help Stephen defy spine injury

An Erewash spine injury sufferer who feared ending up in a wheelchair has told how the launch of a walking initiative in the borough has helped to transform his life. The formerly fit and active resident, called Stephen, was left battling excruciating pain as his world came crashing down. Amid fruitless attempts to rebuild his mobility he was given a frightening diagnosis – that the agony from the severe injury to his lower spine could see him confined to a […]

8 January 2026 18

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Jobs created and improved productivity among outcomes of business support scheme

A brewery seeking to upscale its brewing capacity, a televised events company wishing to further invest in training for its rigger teams and a portable toilet company seeking to implement new systems are among enterprises in Derby, Derbyshire, Nottingham and Nottinghamshire reporting positive impact from support received from The East Midlands Chamber. The High Growth Accelerator project is for high-performing businesses that have achieved at least 20% annual growth in revenue, employment or market share over each of the past […]

8 January 2026 17

Pictured Is Derbyshire County Cllr Stephen Reed, Taken By BBC LDR Jon Cooper.

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Derbyshire County Council refutes u-turn claims over plan for three-year council tax rise

By Jon Cooper - Local Democracy Reporting Service A Derbyshire County Councillor says no final decision has yet been made on plans for the authority to increase its council tax precept to 4.99 per cent for the next financial year and onwards until 2030 as part of efforts to set a balanced budget and to keep services well-funded. Cllr Stephen Reed, Cabinet Member of Business Services, has responded to a budget report due to be considered at a Cabinet meeting […]

8 January 2026 20

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New local powers to keep pavements clear for those who rely on them most

Disabled people will benefit from new local powers being made available to local leaders across England to introduce pavement parking restrictions across their area, helping keep them clear and accessible for everyone who uses them, while allowing exemptions where needed. Blocked pavements can create serious barriers for parents with pushchairs, wheelchair users, blind and partially sighted people, and older people, limiting independence and making everyday journeys harder and less safe. Following a public consultation, the Department for Transport has confirmed […]

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Families securing cheaper mortgages across the East Midlands, as costs fall by up to £2,250 since the election

Local Air Ambulance charity opens new shop in Long Eaton

Heritage charity sparks fresh optisism for historic Erewash buildings

School closures – what happens during bad weather

Derby College Group sites closed: 09/01/2026

Sports park strolls help Stephen defy spine injury

Jobs created and improved productivity among outcomes of business support scheme

Derbyshire County Council refutes u-turn claims over plan for three-year council tax rise

New local powers to keep pavements clear for those who rely on them most

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