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The PCC (red coat) meets local farmers (Credit: Better Times)

New crime prevention project supports farmers’ mental wellbeing

A new safety project is underway to boost resilience in rural communities and help farmers to protect their livelihoods and mental health. As part of her commitment to supporting rural communities, Derbyshire Police and Crime Commissioner Nicolle Ndiweni-Roberts provided funding worth £5k from her Safer and Stronger Communities Fund to The Farming Life Centre in Bakewell to deliver the Safe and Sound project across the High Peak area. The investment will see a series of practical workshops, public awareness campaigns […]

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Groundwork Five Counties staff Marion Farrell in middle in black with Friends of Red River Loscoe

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Green charity improves green spaces equal to 58 football fields

Regional charity Groundwork Five Counties has announced it has improved 415,964 m² of land in 2025/26, equal to 58 football fields. The organisation manages dozens of green spaces around the East Midlands, supported by community volunteers. Rish Mills, Environment Delivery Manager at Groundwork Five Counties, said: “We manage parks, walking trails, nature reserves, woods, and other public spaces. We create open, easily accessible areas that offer increased biodiversity for the wildlife to thrive in and for visitors to enjoy. “We […]

1 July 2026 15

Richard Blackmore from The East Midlands Chamber

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Defence spending must not be at the expense of East Midlands infrastructure investment

The East Midlands Chamber has welcomed much of the Government’s Defence Investment Plan but said any abandonment of planned projects like A46 and A38 investment in the region, as reported by the East Midlands Combined County Authority, would be concerning after ‘historic under investment compared to other areas of the UK’. East Midlands Chamber Director of Policy and Insight Richard Blackmore said: “While UK-wide defence emphasis is welcome, the East Midlands has been at the back of the queue when […]

30 June 2026 19

East Midlands Mayor, Claire Ward (Credit: Onclusive News)

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Mayor’s statement on proposed cancellation of investment into the A46 and A38

The Mayor of the East Midlands has issued the following statement, following the announcement by Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer that some roads and energy capital projects will "no longer go ahead as planned", to fund the Defence Investment Plan. Mayor of the East Midlands, Claire Ward said: “The proposal to remove investment from two road schemes in the East Midlands – into the A46 and A38 – is completely unacceptable to me. “I was informed of this decision as […]

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Credit: Better Times for the Derbyshire PCC

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PCC secures almost £1m to support ongoing work to prevent serious violence

Tens of thousands of children and young people across Derbyshire and Derby City will continue to benefit from targeted educational activities, mentoring and interactive workshops to prevent their involvement in serious violence. Derbyshire Police and Crime Commissioner Nicolle Ndiweni-Roberts has secured an additional £941,000 in Home Office funding to support the continuation of existing violence reduction services and initiatives. The investment has been awarded as part of the Government’s Serious Violence Duty and supports collaborative work already underway to tackle […]

30 June 2026 16

Borough Wide

Walkers urged to steer clear of Osborne’s Pond following oil leak

Walkers are being warned by Derbyshire County Council to stay away from Osborne’s Pond in Shipley Country Park following an oil spill. Rangers were made aware of the leak by a member of the public at lunchtime on Sunday 28th June 2026. The area was cordoned off and Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service were called to the scene to assist with containing the spillage, which was entering the pond through an inlet pipe. Two booms were placed in front of […]

29 June 2026 36

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£107m investment plan to deliver growth across the East Midlands

A £107 million investment plan to support business growth, strengthen communities and create thriving places is moving at pace after being backed by the Mayor of the East Midlands. The Local Growth Fund programme was approved by members of the East Midlands Combined County Authority (EMCCA) Investment Committee today (Monday 29th June), with 17 programmes now endorsed to progress towards delivery. The plan will bring together programmes aimed at driving long-term economic development across Derby, Derbyshire, Nottingham and Nottinghamshire. The […]

29 June 2026 18

Derby

Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Authority names Derbyshire’s next Deputy Chief Fire Officer

Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Authority has today announced Damien West as the Service’s next Deputy Chief Fire Officer. The decision follows a comprehensive selection process assessing leadership, operational experience, and strategic capability. Councillor Mark Cliff, Chair of the Fire and Rescue Authority and Chair of the Brigade Managers Appointments Panel, said: “Damien’s appointment as Derbyshire’s next Deputy Chief Fire Officer reflects both his extensive experience and his clear commitment to public service. “His career journey, from an On Call firefighter […]

25 June 2026 17

Scott Knowles (Credit: East Midlands Chamber)

Derby

New steel import tariffs must be addressed by ministers, Chamber tells MPs

East Midlands Chamber has called on the region’s MPs to lobby ministers to take action against imminent changes to steel import tariffs, that the Chamber says could add significant cost and ‘run into millions’ for some importers. From 1st July, tariff-free exemptions on imported steel are set to be reduced by 51% - revised from a level of 60% previously proposed in March - with any imported goods that exceed the quota charged a 50% tariff on the value. The […]

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Derbyshire

New crime prevention project supports farmers’ mental wellbeing

Green charity improves green spaces equal to 58 football fields

Defence spending must not be at the expense of East Midlands infrastructure investment

Mayor’s statement on proposed cancellation of investment into the A46 and A38

PCC secures almost £1m to support ongoing work to prevent serious violence

Walkers urged to steer clear of Osborne’s Pond following oil leak

£107m investment plan to deliver growth across the East Midlands

Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Authority names Derbyshire’s next Deputy Chief Fire Officer

New steel import tariffs must be addressed by ministers, Chamber tells MPs

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