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A request to publish the full findings of the Market Hall review in public has been refused – prompting concerns of “secrecy”. The city centre venue reopened last year following a £35m restoration project. However the Market Hall – owned by Derby City Council – is currently forecast to make a loss of £338,000 due to a “shortfall of trader income”. It follows public criticism surrounding the historic building, with claims it has an “empty” feel and its footfall is […]
There are fears over the future of an historic Derby ancient woodland more than a year after plans for new homes were rejected. Surveyors have been spotted on land next to the Chaddesden Wood nature reserve in Oakwood, sparking concerns about a new bid to build homes. Councillors have told residents that a revised planning application is “almost 100 per cent certain” to be submitted. According to Oakwood councillors Matthew Eyre, Freya Trewhella and Jamie Mulhall, residents contacted them after […]
The multi-million-pound expansion of Derby Theatre has been given the go-ahead by planning chiefs. It means a new studio theatre will be built in a newly constructed three-storey building – providing an extension at the back of the city centre building. The new building will also comprise a rehearsal room for use as a teaching, performance and events space, as well as additional dressing rooms, office space and stage door. This will be in addition to the theatre’s main auditorium […]
After UK economic growth slowed to 0.4% in the three months to June, from 0.6% in the first three months of the year, East Midlands Chamber is urging the Chancellor to ensure business growth is 'front and centre’ in the upcoming Autumn Budget. The latest estimated GDP figure is from the Office for National Statistics and covers April to June 2026. East Midlands Chamber Director of Resources Lucy Robinson said: “While some reassurance can be taken that GDP held up […]
Derby County Community Trust – the charitable arm of Derby County – has launched a new long-term strategy, which reaffirms its commitment to empowering communities across Derby and Derbyshire. Recently unveiled at a Marketing Derby Bondholder event held at Pride Park Stadium, the ‘Not Just Football’ 2026-2031 Strategy sets out a bold vision for next five years. It shows how the trust’s work goes far beyond the football pitch. Through sport, physical activity, health and education, it has a vision, […]
Derby shoppers have called for changes at the Market Hall after it emerged the city centre venue was running at a forecast loss of £338,000. The historic building reopened last year after a £35m restoration project – but a review into its operation is ongoing following public criticism. The Local Democracy Reporting Service spoke to shoppers about the Market Hall on Monday, August 10th – but some were seen turning away after noticing the entrance doors were shut. That is […]
Businesses on a historic Derby street fear they could face problems down the road should major plans to pedestrianise it proceed. New Derby City Council documents show a long-term plan is in the pipeline to make The Strand a pedestrian-only street. The aim of the proposal is to make the city centre more attractive, visitor-friendly and bring in more footfall to the Victorian street. The plans are part of a wider strategy to improve public realm spaces at key sites […]
The East Midlands Combined County Authority has welcomed additional powers after the Government granted it new status. As an Established Mayoral Strategic Authority (EMSA), EMCCA now has the right to request new powers and responsibilities. It also unlocks the ability for EMCCA to apply for a more flexible, integrated funding settlement – meaning greater local control over funding and decisions, rather than managing multiple separate funding streams. Mayor of the East Midlands, Claire Ward, the figurehead of EMCCA, said: “This is a major milestone […]
Work is due to start to improve the appearance of one of Derby’s busiest roundabouts – and bringing back the “Derby In Bloom” display. Derby City Council and partners are working to transform the green area around Pentagon Island, which thousands of motorists pass by each day. The news comes a year after its current overgrown appearance was likened to “Jurassic Park” when the “Derby in Bloom” display had become “non-existent”. The Labour-led council is working closely with Electric Daisy […]
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