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Green Doctor saves disabled Derby man £322 on energy bills

A Derby man who has severe health conditions which makes it hard for him to keep warm at home, and who struggles to pay his energy bills, has received help from a funded charity who provided items to help out. Paul received the support from The Green Doctor, a funded charity service by Groundwork Five Counties which included the provision of a free air fryer and a heated throw to save on electricity. He also was given support to apply […]

27 August 2026 17

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New twist over giant 17-storey apartment tower in Derby

New concerns have been raised over the construction of a 17-storey apartment tower in Derby which for years has been shrouded in uncertainty. Derby City Council approved planning permission for “The Landmark” to be built off Phoenix Street, which would comprise 202 apartments. However, no construction has taken place on site since the plans were approved in 2020. The development, which aimed to “reinvigorate the city centre”, has been met with twists and turns since it was first submitted eight […]

26 August 2026 27

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Partnership agreement marks another milestone for Derby Market Place redevelopment

The transformation of Derby’s Market Place has taken another step forward, with the signing of a Master Development Agreement between the Council and ION Property Developments Limited. Now in contract as the Council’s Strategic Development Partner, ION will work alongside the Council to deliver its plans to regenerate several sites across the city centre, including the Market Place. Outline plans for the Market Place, which were drawn up using feedback from two public consultations and approved by the Council’s Planning Committee in July, include Derby MADE. Sitting on the site of the former […]

26 August 2026 12

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75% of Derby and Derbyshire residents now signed up to the NHS App

Nearly three-quarters of people in Derby and Derbyshire are now registered to use the NHS App, following a surge in sign-ups over the last two years. In total, 748,597 people aged 13 and over registered with a Derby and Derbyshire GP practice are signed up to the app, with an average of 260,000 users each month. And 47% of users now have notifications switched on for their app, giving them important real-time updates for appointment reminders, repeat prescriptions, and test […]

26 August 2026 24

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Derby Market Hall traders upbeat despite critics

Stallholders at Derby’s Market Hall are upbeat about its future despite public criticism of its footfall. Traders have spoken out in support of the Derby city centre venue, which reopened last year following a £35 million renovation. But since its opening, there have been public criticisms of the type of stalls on offer and the number of people coming through the doors. Financial papers recently revealed that its owners, Derby City Council, were forecasting a loss of £338,000 due to […]

26 August 2026 11

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Study names Derby a top city for manufacturing growth potential

Derby has been named one of the UK’s top cities to start or grow a manufacturing business, according to a new study. The city has been placed 11th in the latest Regional Manufacturing Growth Powerhouse Report, which looks at the best places for small- to mid-sized manufacturers. Compiled by Unleashed, the study looked at which towns and cities have the most growth potential. It analysed the five biggest manufacturing towns and cities in each region of England, scoring them on […]

26 August 2026 24

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Derby City Council confirms new operator being considered for Market Hall

A private operator could be put in place to run Derby’s Market Hall amid forecasts of a six-figure loss for the venue. Derby City Council papers revealed the historic venue – which opened last year following a £35 million renovation – was set for a £338,000 loss by the end of the financial year. Financial papers state the predicted loss is due to “a shortfall of trader income”. But bosses of the Labour-led authority played the figure down, insisting the […]

24 August 2026 23

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Chair appointed to lead nature recovery in Derby and Derbyshire

Plans to protect and prioritise nature recovery in Derby and Derbyshire have taken a step forward with the appointment of an independent Chair to lead the next phase of the Derbyshire Local Nature Recovery Strategy (LNRS). Will Morlidge was appointed by interview panel from a strong field of candidates and brings a wealth of experience to the role as a senior leader with extensive board level experience across energy, skills and innovation working across both the public and private sector. […]

24 August 2026 14

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Cyclist raises £1,380 for Derby charity in first Sportive since losing a leg

A cyclist who lost his leg following a motorcycle accident three years ago has raised an incredible £1,380 for Derby charity Safe and Sound after completing his first sportive since the accident. Paul took part in the recent HUUB Sportive, completing his longest cycle ride since his accident, on an adapted trike and helping contribute towards an impressive £3,250 raised for Safe and Sound through the event. He already had a close connection to the charity through his wife, who […]

21 August 2026 20

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Green Doctor saves disabled Derby man £322 on energy bills

New twist over giant 17-storey apartment tower in Derby

Partnership agreement marks another milestone for Derby Market Place redevelopment

75% of Derby and Derbyshire residents now signed up to the NHS App

Derby Market Hall traders upbeat despite critics

Study names Derby a top city for manufacturing growth potential

Derby City Council confirms new operator being considered for Market Hall

Chair appointed to lead nature recovery in Derby and Derbyshire

Cyclist raises £1,380 for Derby charity in first Sportive since losing a leg

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