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Reform councillor and pension committee chairman Matthew Benfield. Image from Derbyshire County Council.

Massive pension gains linked to wind, solar, net zero and climate change investments hailed amid claims of “stupid, nation-improverishing” aims

Reform’s Derbyshire leadership has hailed massive pension gains linked to wind, solar, net zero and climate change investments, while claiming such “stupid” aims have “impoverished the nation”. In a Derbyshire County Council meeting on Wednesday, October 7th, the increased value of the £7.7 billion pension fund was discussed by committee chair, Reform UK councillor Matthew Benfield. Cllr Benfield had issued a statement via the council press office a week after providing no comment to an article on the pension fund’s […]

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Cost revealed of failed support of SEND children for Derbyshire taxpayers – with £20,000 owed to one family

The failed support of dozens of children with special educational needs has cost Derbyshire taxpayers more than £79,000 in the past year alone – with £20,000 owed to one family. An annual report compiling Derbyshire County Council’s handling of Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman complaints has highlighted the authority’s continued significant shortfalls involving special educational needs provision. This is a “top” priority of the Reform UK administration, which detailed in full council last week that it is now responsible […]

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Drop in decarbonisation investment from East Midlands firms but Nature-based Solutions take-up increases

Nearly 4% fewer businesses in the region are investing in decarbonisation, 6% fewer are accessing support, the number of firms deriving sales from green goods and services (GGSs) has fallen 9% but more are engaging in nature-based solutions. Findings from 2026 joint research published by East Midlands Chamber and the University of Derby present a mixed picture. The 2026 results were revealed in ‘Green Growth Trends in the East Midlands’ which has reported levels of awareness and engagement with green […]

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£66m investment unlocking new homes, jobs and greener growth across the East Midlands

More than £66 million is being invested to bring brownfield sites forward, regenerate town centres and help businesses grow and create jobs across the East Midlands. The investment by the Mayor of the East Midlands, through the East Midlands Combined County Authority (EMCCA), includes more than £43m for projects supporting economic growth, alongside £23m to help bring forward new homes across Derby, Derbyshire, Nottingham and Nottinghamshire. Projects range from bringing brownfield sites back into use and regenerating town centres to […]

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Derbyshire County Council votes in favour of controversial planning changes to stay ‘lawful’

Derbyshire County Council has reluctantly voted by a majority in favour of controversial new planning rules despite fears they could lead to a loss of public and councillors’ control over decisions during the Government’s drive for more housing. The Reform UK-controlled authority agreed in the summer to oppose the loss of democratic oversight and meaningful councillor involvement under the Labour Government’s plans to hand greater control to council officers on planning decisions affecting county, borough and district authorities. But concerned […]

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£64m skills investment helping East Midlands residents into better jobs and training

More than £64 million is being invested in skills and employment programmes this year - helping people across the East Midlands gain qualifications, develop new skills and move into work or new careers. The investment, led by the Mayor of the East Midlands through the East Midlands Combined County Authority (EMCCA), is helping people at different stages of their working lives - from young people looking for their first job to adults wanting to change career, return to work or […]

9 October 2026 19

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Flagship creative programme celebrates landmark second year and continues to transform communities

Derbyshire Makes has cemented its place as one of the UK's most ambitious county-wide creative and cultural programmes, following a hugely successful second year that brought tens of thousands of people together to celebrate the county's heritage and creativity. Delivered by Derbyshire County Council in partnership with a consortium of cultural organisations, artists, heritage partners and communities across the county, Derbyshire Makes has continued to grow in scale, reach and ambition since launching in 2025, reinforcing its position as the […]

9 October 2026 19

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Campaigners accuse Derbyshire County Council administration of ignoring climate change risks

Dozens of campaigners held a protest outside Derbyshire County Council urging the authority to readopt a Climate Change Strategy after the Reform UK administration scrapped its original plans in favour of an environmental approach. The Derbyshire Climate Coalition organised the protest outside the council’s County Hall, in Matlock, on October 7th, before a Full Council meeting, where campaigner Lisa Hopkinson questioned how the council can be taking climate change seriously when it does not acknowledge the issue with relevant terminology […]

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Deteriorating England flags on lampposts in Erewash. Image from Greg Maskalick.

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County Council resources to be directed to filling potholes rather than removing lamppost flags

Derbyshire council resources will be directed toward filling potholes rather than removing flags installed on lampposts, its Reform UK leadership has said. During a Derbyshire County Council meeting on Wednesday, October 7th, Erewash’s Labour Mayor, Councillor Greg Maskalick, asked about action on “torn and weather-beaten” deteriorating flags – no longer flying – attached to lampposts after being installed “illegally”, mostly in the summer of 2025. In response, Councillor Charlotte Hill, Reform’s cabinet member for highways, said the authority had not […]

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Massive pension gains linked to wind, solar, net zero and climate change investments hailed amid claims of “stupid, nation-improverishing” aims

Cost revealed of failed support of SEND children for Derbyshire taxpayers – with £20,000 owed to one family

Drop in decarbonisation investment from East Midlands firms but Nature-based Solutions take-up increases

£66m investment unlocking new homes, jobs and greener growth across the East Midlands

Derbyshire County Council votes in favour of controversial planning changes to stay ‘lawful’

£64m skills investment helping East Midlands residents into better jobs and training

Flagship creative programme celebrates landmark second year and continues to transform communities

Campaigners accuse Derbyshire County Council administration of ignoring climate change risks

County Council resources to be directed to filling potholes rather than removing lamppost flags

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