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Derbyshire Police issue guidance for licenced premises ahead of World Cup 2026 pub visits

Derbyshire Police officials have written to alert system subscribers with licensed premises or PubWatch Schemes to share information and support ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, taking place between 11th June and 19th July 2026. A new national guidance document has been released to help pubs, bars, and other licensed venues prepare for the tournament. This guidance has been produced by the British Beer & Pub Association (BBPA) in partnership with UKHospitality, the British Institute of Innkeeping, the Institute […]

14 May 2026 26

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Investors opportunity to find out what Derbyshire has to offer at UK REIIF

Investors and developers are being encouraged to find out what Derbyshire can do for them next week as a delegation from Derbyshire County Council heads north to the UK’s Real Estate Investment & Infrastructure Forum in Leeds. Better known as UKREiiF, the forum is the UK’s leading event on the property and investment calendar, and it comes hot on the heels of the latest Invest in Derbyshire campaign launched last week to showcase a portfolio of development opportunities worth billions […]

13 May 2026 11

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Derby Rotary raises vital funds for Safe and Sound

Derby Rotary Club has presented local charity Safe and Sound with a cheque for £3,500 raised during the organisation’s annual Santa and Sleigh tour around Derby and the sale of Christmas trees to the public. Santa and his elves were joined by representatives from Safe and Sound to bring Christmas cheer to families who then donated to the cause. CEO Tracy Harrison said: “We are grateful to have been chosen as recipients for the Santa and Sleigh which is a […]

13 May 2026 6

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East Mids Mayor remains positive despite Labour leadership crisis and woeful elections

As the Labour Government faces a backlash over dreadful local election results and the Prime Minister’s job has come under fire, the East Midlands Mayor feels more needs to be done to listen to what people need during current financial difficulties. Labour East Midlands Combined County Authority Mayor Claire Ward, who this month marks her two-year tenure since she was elected in May, 2024, has expressed disappointment over local election results across the country after Labour suffered heavy losses at […]

12 May 2026 23

The PCC and Acting Chief Constable take a walk together...

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Derbyshire PCC welcomes Simon Blatchly as Acting Chief Constable

Nicolle Ndiweni-Roberts, Derbyshire’s Police and Crime Commissioner, has confirmed the appointment of Simon Blatchly OBE as Acting Chief Constable following Rachel Swann’s retirement. Simon Blatchly brings extensive operational and leadership experience to the role, having served as Deputy Chief Constable for Derbyshire Constabulary since 2022. During that time, he has led operational policing, performance and organisational culture across the force. He is also a Gold Public Order and CBRN Commander and leads nationally on surveillance in partnership with the NCA […]

11 May 2026 14

Richard Blackmore from The East Midlands Chamber

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Chamber calls for greater business support following Prime Minister’s speech

The East Midlands Chamber has welcomed parts of the Prime Minister’s 11th May speech, which outlined plans to prioritise apprenticeships and build a stronger EU relationship, but said businesses need more support to overcome tough trading conditions. East Midlands Chamber Director of Policy and Insight Richard Blackmore said: “Prioritising apprenticeships will help in part address the skills gap and developing a closer relationship with the EU is the right approach when it comes to trade as many of our members […]

11 May 2026 7

Community Notices

Derbyshire celebrates Foster Care Fortnight 2026

This Foster Care Fortnight, Derbyshire County Council is celebrating the vital role its carers play in transforming young lives. Running until Sunday 24th May, the theme this year is ‘This Is Fostering’ aiming to highlight the realities of fostering and the difference carers make every day. It recognises the skill, resilience and commitment required to support children, often in complex circumstances and throughout the fortnight, carers will bring these experiences to life. Derbyshire County Council is part of Foster for […]

11 May 2026 20

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Coach staff and managers to address workplace mental health, Chamber urges, as national awareness week starts

Knowing what to spot, coaching people and managers to give mental health first aid and reviewing internal processes are among actions East Midlands Chamber recommends for firms in the region as Mental Health Awareness Week begins. Running from 11th to 17th May, the annual national awareness week aims to encourage the UK to come together to look at both their own mental health and that of those around them, with 2026 centred on the theme of ‘action’. East Midlands Chamber […]

8 May 2026 22

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County Council Leader announces key changes to cabinet team

Key changes to Derbyshire County Council’s Cabinet team have been officially announced. County Council Leader Councillor Alan Graves has unveiled his new Cabinet team, with some new faces and also changes to some of the Cabinet portfolio titles. The changes to the top team come one year after the Reform UK group won control of the administration of the county council following local elections. Councillor Graves remains as Leader of the Council and has a new Deputy Leader, Councillor Stephen […]

8 May 2026 30

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Derbyshire Police issue guidance for licenced premises ahead of World Cup 2026 pub visits

Investors opportunity to find out what Derbyshire has to offer at UK REIIF

Derby Rotary raises vital funds for Safe and Sound

East Mids Mayor remains positive despite Labour leadership crisis and woeful elections

Derbyshire PCC welcomes Simon Blatchly as Acting Chief Constable

Chamber calls for greater business support following Prime Minister’s speech

Derbyshire celebrates Foster Care Fortnight 2026

Coach staff and managers to address workplace mental health, Chamber urges, as national awareness week starts

County Council Leader announces key changes to cabinet team

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