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Forth bridge firm builds new crossing over canal

A firm that makes bridges and whose experts help to maintain one of the UK’s most iconic crossings has begun factory construction of a new link that will span the Erewash Canal – as part of Long Eaton’s £25million Town Deal. The company – Wigan-based Beaver Bridges – is responsible for inspecting the suspension cables of Scotland’s famous Forth Road Bridge. It has started work on fabricating a footbridge and cycleway that is due to be craned into place in […]

9 January 2026 20

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Action needed on business rates says Chamber after rise in firms reporting concern

East Midlands Chamber has renewed its call for business rates reform after a national study revealed a third of firms across the country are worried and half are considering raising their prices. The research, carried out by the British Chambers of Commerce, showed concern over business rates to have reached its highest level since the question was first asked in 2017, with hospitality, followed by the manufacturing and logistics sectors, reporting the greatest level of anxiety. Reform of business rates […]

9 January 2026 13

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Mayor of the East Midlands speaks out on business rates for the pub industry

The Mayor of the East Midlands has welcomed the Government taking another look at business rates for the pub industry. Mayor of the East Midlands, Claire Ward said: "I am pleased to see the Government is looking again at the business rates for the pub industry, many of which are facing rate increases in the tens of thousands of pounds. This must be done quickly to give the industry reassurance and certainty that they can continue to operate. "Pubs are […]

9 January 2026 9

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Local developer submits planning for Long Eaton mill restoration

A local developer has stepped in to help restore a Long Eaton landmark after submitting an application for planning permission. ALB Group purchased Bridge Mills in Derby Road, Long Eaton in 2021 with a view to transforming the three-storey, former lace factory into residential development. The developer has now submitted planning documents for the brick-built mill’s conversion into 80, one- and two-bedroom apartments. If planning is approved, ALB anticipates work to begin immediately with the first apartments ready for occupation […]

9 January 2026 30

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Storm Goretti impacts on CrossCountry services in and around Erewash

CrossCountry trains Service Delivery Director Nick Westcott, has issued a statement after the CrossCountry network was severely impacted by Storm Goretti with several routes not in operation this morning. CrossCountry runs services through Long Eaton Railway Station (to/from Nottingham/Birmingham) as well as more regionally. Nick said: “Storm Goretti has had a significant impact on the CrossCountry network, particularly across the West Midlands, and the past 24 hours have been extremely challenging for both customers and colleagues. "Heavy snowfall in the […]

9 January 2026 22

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Families securing cheaper mortgages across the East Midlands, as costs fall by up to £2,250 since the election

Families are almost £1,400 better off when taking out a typical mortgage since Labour came to office, new analysis has found. The average cost for a new two-year fixed mortgage across England and Wales was £1,185 per month in June 2024. However, following the Labour Government’s installation into power, work on the economy has seen six interest rate cuts since the General Election, the fastest pace of cuts in 17 years – the cost of a typical new mortgage has […]

9 January 2026 10

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Local Air Ambulance charity opens new shop in Long Eaton

In 2025, the Your Air Ambulance charity flew almost 1,000 missions in Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire, providing care from the air to those who need help in the fastest time possible. The charity receives no NHS funding and is reliant on donations from the public and its network of retails outlets to fund every mission. Friday 9th January saw the charity open a store in Long Eaton to further its work and serve the communities that can rely on its air […]

9 January 2026 23

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Heritage charity sparks fresh optisism for historic Erewash buildings

The Derbyshire Historic Buildings Trust (DHBT) has expressed its collective excitement after announcing an innovative project to safeguard endangered heritage buildings which will expand into Erewash during January 2026, thanks to The National Lottery Heritage Fund. Two public information sessions for all those interested in the project will take place on Thursday 29th January at the Erewash Museum from 2:00pm to 4:00pm and on Saturday 7th February at Morley Retreat from 10:00am-12noon. Attendees will be introduced to the B@R app […]

9 January 2026 16

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School closures – what happens during bad weather

Derbyshire County Council state that schools don't need to tell the authority if they're closed. If a school has to close at short notice - like due to bad weather - it will contact parents and carers, often by text. The headteacher decides whether to close the school. They will consider things like keeping staff and pupils safe, if enough staff can get to work, and local road conditions. You should check with your child's school to find out if […]

9 January 2026 28

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Forth bridge firm builds new crossing over canal

Action needed on business rates says Chamber after rise in firms reporting concern

Mayor of the East Midlands speaks out on business rates for the pub industry

Local developer submits planning for Long Eaton mill restoration

Storm Goretti impacts on CrossCountry services in and around Erewash

Families securing cheaper mortgages across the East Midlands, as costs fall by up to £2,250 since the election

Local Air Ambulance charity opens new shop in Long Eaton

Heritage charity sparks fresh optisism for historic Erewash buildings

School closures – what happens during bad weather

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