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Scott Knowles (Credit: East Midlands Chamber)

Millions in transport funding for Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire good for growth says Chamber

The East Midlands Chamber has welcomed £298m of funding approved by the East Midlands Combined County Authority (EMCCA) Board on 8th June, aimed at modernising transport in the cities and counties of Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, Derby and Derbyshire. The cash allocation from the Mayoral Transport Fund follows an announcement in March of £470m of approved transport funding. Proposed projects expected to benefit from funding include: New electric buses for Nottingham City Transport and trentbarton New transport hubs in Radcliffe-on-Trent, Cotgrave, East […]

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£298m transport package promises better buses and safer streets across region

Nearly £300m of funding for transport improvements has been approved by the East Midlands Combined County Authority (EMCCA) Board. The funding will transform travel across Derby, Derbyshire, Nottingham, and Nottinghamshire with new electric buses, upgraded bus stations and shelters, safer walking and cycling routes, and improved real-time travel information. Mayor of the East Midlands, Claire Ward said: “I am committing a further £298m from my Mayoral Transport Fund to create the reliable, safe, and accessible transport network that our region […]

8 June 2026 12

Cycling

Elite Cyclist travels across the world to train at Derby Arena

Argentinian cyclist Mateo Marasas is currently training at Derby Arena as part of his journey towards the Los Angeles Olympics in 2028. One of South America’s most promising track cycling talents, Mateo has travelled more than 7,000 miles from his hometown of Buenos Aires to train at the venue while competing across Europe. Mateo is a former junior national BMX champion in Argentina. After moving to the USA for college, he switched disciplines to track cycling and went on to […]

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400 new homes could be built next to Stoney Lane and the A52. Image by Google Maps.

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400 homes next to A52 still on table despite traffic concern

Plans to build at least 400 homes next to the A52 in Derby remain a realistic possibility, despite “strong opposition” from the public over traffic concerns. Last year, very early plans were announced for a huge development off Stoney Lane, in Spondon – right next to the busy Brian Clough Way, connecting Derby and Nottingham. The land in question was previously classified as green belt – meaning it was strictly protected from development. However, recent analysis has shown the site […]

4 June 2026 33

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More lights at Derby city centre hotspot where stabbing occurred

New measures to improve public safety in a “vulnerable” part of Derby where a man was fatally stabbed could be introduced by officials. Derby City Council says it is in “early stages” of putting additional street lighting around the Cheapside area of Derby – in the vicinity of St Werbugh’s churchyard. The “priority location” is one of Derby’s busiest night-time hotspots attracting huge footfall during night time, especially at weekends. However, the area has been at the centre of a […]

27 May 2026 27

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Derby City Council Leader reacts to delay on Market Place redevelopment

Derby City Council’s leader has hit out after councillors delayed a decision on major plans to regenerate the city’s Market Place. The council’s planning committee voted in favour of delaying a final decision on outline plans to replace Derby’s Assembly Rooms, which has stood empty for more than a decade. The city council wants to transform the city centre Market Place by building a mixed-use building, Grade A office space, a four-star hotel with new public open space around it, […]

15 May 2026 46

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Derby Market Place regeneration decision

A decision on whether a £100 million redevelopment of Derby’s Market Place to replace the Assembly Rooms should be allowed has been put on hold. A majority of five Derby councillors voted in favour of delaying a final decision after concerns were raised over design issues. However, four voted to approve the scheme, with one saying residents of Derby expect councillors and officers to “get on with it”. Derby City Council submitted major plans to redevelop the city centre area […]

14 May 2026 21

Derbyshire

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 11

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£9m building plan shelved by Derby City Council

Plans to build a vital facility in Derby to help resolve ‘significant challenges’ have been shelved after it was discovered it would cost at least £9m. A new building was planned to provide “fit-for-purpose” space for the city’s museums’ collection, library resources and expensive Derby Live equipment for entertainment events. The authority is facing ‘significant challenges’ to store equipment and highways vehicles. It established a ‘Storage Project team’ to tackle the problem and explore future options. But a new Derby […]

11 May 2026 21

Derby

Millions in transport funding for Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire good for growth says Chamber

£298m transport package promises better buses and safer streets across region

Elite Cyclist travels across the world to train at Derby Arena

400 homes next to A52 still on table despite traffic concern

More lights at Derby city centre hotspot where stabbing occurred

Derby City Council Leader reacts to delay on Market Place redevelopment

Derby Market Place regeneration decision

Derby Rotary raises vital funds for Safe and Sound

£9m building plan shelved by Derby City Council

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