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Derbyshire County Council in call to Government to rethink A38 junctions cancellation

Economic growth, new homes and jobs across Derbyshire could be put at risk if the Government drops planned improvements to three major A38 junctions, Derbyshire County Council has warned. The county council is urging ministers to reconsider proposals to remove the A38 Derby Junctions scheme from the national road investment programme. The scheme would upgrade the heavily congested Kingsway, Markeaton and Little Eaton junctions, where local journeys and long-distance traffic converge, causing regular delays and unreliable journey times. A spokesperson […]

17 September 2026 18

Image of the A38 in Derby near Markeaton Island. Image by LDRS

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Derby firm wants A38 decision soon amid significant disruption

The boss of a Derby haulage firm has called for clarity on the “vital” A38 expansion plan as traffic problems hit his business. The calls come after major, but controversial, plans to transform one of Derby’s busiest roads have been placed in fresh doubt in recent months. The Government had previously committed to funding an estimated £600m project which would see the creation of flyovers, underpasses, and roads widened from four lanes (two on either side) to six (three on […]

10 September 2026 15

The A38 in Derby could be set for major improvements - but a fresh legal challenge maybe submitted. Image by Google Maps.

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Government ‘on Derby’s side’ but A38 works still in doubt

The Work and Pensions secretary has insisted the new Prime Minister and Government “is on Derby’s side” – but major improvements to the A38 remain in doubt. It was recently announced that an estimated £600m project to improve one of Derby’s busiest roads was up for cancellation so further funding could be put into the UK’s defence. East Midlands Mayor Claire Ward furiously hit out after funding guarantees for both the A38 and the A46 in Nottinghamshire were left in […]

29 July 2026 21

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Body found during search for missing man

A body believed to be that of a missing Little Eaton man publicly named only as 'David' has been found. Officers made the discovery on the evening of Saturday 25th July. The 80-year-old’s family have been made aware and are being supported by specialist officers. A statement from Derbyshire Constabulary said: "Our thoughts are with them at this difficult time." There are not believed to be any suspicious circumstances. A file is being prepared for the coroner.

26 July 2026 52

Prince William and Greg James (Credit: EBC)

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Borough Council helps iconic firm make its first electric bike

An iconic company that has been celebrated for 80 years as the Rolls-Royce of bicycle makers is to debut its first ELECTRIC powered two-wheeler – thanks to help from Erewash Borough Council. Mercian Cycles – which produces hand-crafted custom-built bikes - successfully applied for a £20,000 research and development grant from the authority to add battery assistance to one of its top models. The high-tech electric version of the local company’s Ventura Allroad will be launched shortly – barely two […]

4 June 2026 31

Mayor of Erewash, Cllr Harry Atkinson visiting France as part of the tour (Credit: EBC)

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Mayor’s 3-wheel tour is boost no.2 for Scouts

A mad-cap three-wheel charity stunt by Erewash’s Mayor has given a second boost to the thriving local Scouts movement – hot on the heels of a council grant making a “massive difference” for hundreds of the organisation’s big-hearted and adventurous youngsters. Jubilant civic head Cllr Harry Atkinson last month raised money for the 1st Sawley Scouts by completing a 2,000-mile grand tour of the borough’s three twin towns in a pal’s Reliant Robin. He was sponsored to the tune of […]

15 May 2026 61

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Erewash to receive new fire engines as part of plans to protect communities and strengthen heavy rescue response

Erewash Fire Stations are to see the arrival of new fire engines, part of a roll out of nine county wide, following major investment by Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service (DFRS) to enhance emergency response and support firefighters in protecting local communities. The new fleet comprises six Scania fire appliances and three Enhanced Rescue Appliances (ERAs), all fitted with the latest technology to support modern firefighting and designed in line with University of Lancashire (UCLan) clean cab principles to support […]

21 April 2026 27

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Derby ‘will decline’ without trams, rail expert warns

A rail expert has said Derby needs a revolutionary tram network “because otherwise the city will decline”. David Gibson, regional officer of the Light Rail Transit Association (LRTA), is urging for around £550 million to be spent on improving transport across Derby with new tram lines. But he warned they could take a decade to build, should everything be on track money-wise. Mr Gibson spoke out during the organisation’s launch of its “Trams For Derby” campaign. Two public events were […]

17 April 2026 30

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A38 expansion start date – campaigners react

A start date on work for the major expansion of the A38 has been revealed – but campaigners have hit out at the decision to approve the project. The Government announced its commitment to transform one of Derby’s busiest roads this week in a move it says will boost the economy and provide “smoother and safer journeys” for motorists. The commitment means the A38’s three main roundabouts at Kingsway, Markeaton and Little Eaton are set for significant change. The expansion […]

27 March 2026 55

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Derbyshire County Council in call to Government to rethink A38 junctions cancellation

Derby firm wants A38 decision soon amid significant disruption

Government ‘on Derby’s side’ but A38 works still in doubt

Body found during search for missing man

Borough Council helps iconic firm make its first electric bike

Mayor’s 3-wheel tour is boost no.2 for Scouts

Erewash to receive new fire engines as part of plans to protect communities and strengthen heavy rescue response

Derby ‘will decline’ without trams, rail expert warns

A38 expansion start date – campaigners react

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