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Voice of Derby people “seriously weakened” over planning changes – City council is warned

Derby residents’ voices are being “seriously weakened” by controversial new planning rules which some say will “decimate” local democracy. Several councillors have expressed fears that their powers are being “lost” as the Government plans on giving more control to council officers on planning decisions rather than elected members across the country. In the future, Derby City Council’s planning committee can only have their say or decide on applications “if they raise a significant economic, social or environmental issue for the […]

1 September 2026

This temporary traffic sign on Corporation Street is to be moved after a complaint was raised that it was 'misleading'. Image by Bob North.

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Derby Corporation Street bus lane fines

More than 100,000 fines have been issued to motorists caught using a Derby bus lane. The Corporation Street “bus gate” has seen Derby City Council raise more than £3 million from fines in recent years. More than a year ago it was reported that more than 96,000 fines had been issued to drivers, and new data shows thousands more have been caught out since then. Around 14,000 fines were issued to drivers caught on camera breaching the bus lane during […]

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Green Doctor saves disabled Derby man £322 on energy bills

A Derby man who has severe health conditions which makes it hard for him to keep warm at home, and who struggles to pay his energy bills, has received help from a funded charity who provided items to help out. Paul received the support from The Green Doctor, a funded charity service by Groundwork Five Counties which included the provision of a free air fryer and a heated throw to save on electricity. He also was given support to apply […]

27 August 2026 17

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New twist over giant 17-storey apartment tower in Derby

New concerns have been raised over the construction of a 17-storey apartment tower in Derby which for years has been shrouded in uncertainty. Derby City Council approved planning permission for “The Landmark” to be built off Phoenix Street, which would comprise 202 apartments. However, no construction has taken place on site since the plans were approved in 2020. The development, which aimed to “reinvigorate the city centre”, has been met with twists and turns since it was first submitted eight […]

26 August 2026 26

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Partnership agreement marks another milestone for Derby Market Place redevelopment

The transformation of Derby’s Market Place has taken another step forward, with the signing of a Master Development Agreement between the Council and ION Property Developments Limited. Now in contract as the Council’s Strategic Development Partner, ION will work alongside the Council to deliver its plans to regenerate several sites across the city centre, including the Market Place. Outline plans for the Market Place, which were drawn up using feedback from two public consultations and approved by the Council’s Planning Committee in July, include Derby MADE. Sitting on the site of the former […]

26 August 2026 12

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75% of Derby and Derbyshire residents now signed up to the NHS App

Nearly three-quarters of people in Derby and Derbyshire are now registered to use the NHS App, following a surge in sign-ups over the last two years. In total, 748,597 people aged 13 and over registered with a Derby and Derbyshire GP practice are signed up to the app, with an average of 260,000 users each month. And 47% of users now have notifications switched on for their app, giving them important real-time updates for appointment reminders, repeat prescriptions, and test […]

26 August 2026 23

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Derby Market Hall traders upbeat despite critics

Stallholders at Derby’s Market Hall are upbeat about its future despite public criticism of its footfall. Traders have spoken out in support of the Derby city centre venue, which reopened last year following a £35 million renovation. But since its opening, there have been public criticisms of the type of stalls on offer and the number of people coming through the doors. Financial papers recently revealed that its owners, Derby City Council, were forecasting a loss of £338,000 due to […]

26 August 2026 10

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Study names Derby a top city for manufacturing growth potential

Derby has been named one of the UK’s top cities to start or grow a manufacturing business, according to a new study. The city has been placed 11th in the latest Regional Manufacturing Growth Powerhouse Report, which looks at the best places for small- to mid-sized manufacturers. Compiled by Unleashed, the study looked at which towns and cities have the most growth potential. It analysed the five biggest manufacturing towns and cities in each region of England, scoring them on […]

26 August 2026 23

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Accessing NHS services over the August bank holiday

Residents across Derby and Derbyshire are being encouraged to plan ahead for the August bank holiday and make sure they know how to access NHS services if they need care over the long weekend. With GP practices and many pharmacies closed on Monday 31st August, planning ahead can help avoid unnecessary stress and ensure people can get the right support quickly if they become unwell. People are also being reminded to order any repeat prescriptions in good time and to […]

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Voice of Derby people “seriously weakened” over planning changes – City council is warned

Derby Corporation Street bus lane fines

Green Doctor saves disabled Derby man £322 on energy bills

New twist over giant 17-storey apartment tower in Derby

Partnership agreement marks another milestone for Derby Market Place redevelopment

75% of Derby and Derbyshire residents now signed up to the NHS App

Derby Market Hall traders upbeat despite critics

Study names Derby a top city for manufacturing growth potential

Accessing NHS services over the August bank holiday

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