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Spondon stretched but could have 1,200 more homes

By Nigel Slater - Local Democracy Reporting Service Fears that “terrible” traffic in a Derby suburb could worsen have intensified with the possibility that it could have almost 1,200 new homes. Developer Bloor Homes has written to Derby City Council outlining its intention to build up to 240 homes on land off Locko Road, in Spondon. It comes just days after Keepmoat Homes submitted plans to build up to 200 homes on the Spondon side of Acorn Way, near Derby […]

6 March 2026 17

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Go Green Week launches with bold action and community impact at Derby College Group

The first week of March 2026 marked Go Green Week, bringing with it a powerful programme of events, challenges and community initiatives designed to reduce environmental impact and celebrate sustainable action across the college. From city centre clean-ups to green careers inspiration, Derby College Group placed sustainability firmly at the heart of college life, encouraging students and staff alike to take practical steps that make a real difference. Go Green Week reflects the college’s long-term commitment to environmental responsibility, embedding […]

6 March 2026 13

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Plans for 200 homes on contentious land

By Nigel Slater - Local Democracy Reporting Service Controversial plans to build up to 200 homes on “vital” green land next to a busy Derby road have triggered much concern. Keepmoat Homes is seeking permission from Derby City Council to build a “vibrant” estate consisting of dozens of homes off Acorn Way. The road links Oakwood and Chaddesden with Spondon. The application site is towards the Spondon end adjacent to Derby Road but is on Green Wedge land which separates […]

4 March 2026 19

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Jewish community living in daily fear

By Nigel Slater, Local Democracy Reporting Service AJewish community leader says he and other Jews live in constant fear across Derbyshire, with many revealing they feel “unsafe”. Harry Sassoon, co-cordinator of the Derbyshire Jewish Community group, said it is “tough” living as a Jew in the county and he has to make everyday decisions about his appearance and whereabouts. The 32-year-old claims he was once physically assaulted over his religion in a “minor” incident last year and also quit his […]

4 March 2026 9

The damage to Adrian Heapy's Jaguar XKR. Image from Adrian Heapy

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Massive potholes that have claimed numerous victims are a “death trap waiting to happen”

By Eddie Bisknell - Local Democracy Reporting Service Massive potholes on a Derbyshire road that have claimed numerous victims are a “death trap waiting to happen” according to one motorist. Adrian Heapy hit out at the “joke” of a situation after he hit a flooded six-foot pothole in Kedleston Road, near its junction with Church Road, while driving his beloved “hobby car”, a 2001 Jaguar XKR. The resulting crash caused one of the vehicle’s tyres to split around its entire […]

3 March 2026 7

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Dance music star Rozalla shoots new music video in Derby

Filming for 90s dance legend Rozalla’s latest music video has taken place in Derby with local creatives providing the talent to make the production happen. Rozalla, best known for chart hits including Everybody’s Free and Faith (In The Power of Love), released the empowerment-themed single alongside a vibrant Derby-shot production. Landmarks across Derby were chosen by award-winning filmmaker Ashur Stanley to showcase the dance icon’s talents. Filming locations included the Derby Conference Centre, which provided space for the shoot, and […]

27 February 2026 21

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Rolls-Royce transformation programme powers soaring profits and revenues

Rolls-Royce has said its transformation is continuing with ‘pace and intensity’ after reporting soaring full-year profits and revenues. This morning, the engineering giant, which has its Civil Aerospace and Defence divisions in Derby, reported revenues of more than £20 billion for the year to 31 December, up on £18.9 billion achieved in 2024. Pre-tax profits jumped from £2.23 billion to £6.93 billion, while underlying operating profit hit £3.46 billion, up from £2.46 billion. The firm, which is Derby’s largest private […]

26 February 2026 27

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Business and education leaders join forces to tackle UK graduate skills demand

Business leaders from across the region came together to explore how universities can better align graduate skills with the evolving needs of the workforce now and in the future. The Future Jobs roundtable, hosted by the University of Derby at The Cavendish Building – home of Derby International Business School – formed part of a series of events taking place across the UK, where university and business leaders are leading a broader national conversation about how universities can better match […]

25 February 2026 19

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CrossCountry’s first refurbished Voyager enters passenger service

Long-distance train operator CrossCountry has welcomed passengers onboard its first refurbished Voyager train - marking a major milestone in a £75 million investment to upgrade long distance travel across Britain. The train’s return to service follows completion of its refurbishment at Alstom’s Litchurch Lane works in Derby, where the new look was recently launched to colleagues and invited guests. The first train (unit number 220033) travelled more than 5.8 million miles before its refurbishment -further than 12 return trips to […]

24 February 2026 8

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Spondon stretched but could have 1,200 more homes

Go Green Week launches with bold action and community impact at Derby College Group

Plans for 200 homes on contentious land

Jewish community living in daily fear

Massive potholes that have claimed numerous victims are a “death trap waiting to happen”

Dance music star Rozalla shoots new music video in Derby

Rolls-Royce transformation programme powers soaring profits and revenues

Business and education leaders join forces to tackle UK graduate skills demand

CrossCountry’s first refurbished Voyager enters passenger service

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