Snow warden volunteers needed We’re looking for volunteers throughout the county to help clear snow and ice from Derbyshire’s roads and pavements this winter as part of our Snow Warden scheme. We’d like to hear from residents and community groups willing to help keep their communities safe when bad weather hits to supplement work carried…
Record breaking exercise session Our public health team joined Age Uk Derby and Derbyshire and Chesterfield FC to hold a world record-breaking chair based exercise session. The previous record stood at just over 720 people taking part in a chair based exercise session at one time, and over 1,200 people turned out in force to…
More SEND places created Students with special educational needs and disabilities have officially started learning at a new site in Long Eaton as part of our £5million investment. An extra 70 school places have been created at Brackenfield SEND School in a refurbished building called The Orchard, which houses new teaching facilities for young people…
Budget and council plan on track Savings and efficiencies across the board are ensuring our budget remains on track for the current year, despite continued social care pressures. In a report detailing our budget position for the first three months of this financial year, to be considered by Cabinet on Thursday 11 September, we are…
Talk trees at Chatsworth We’re looking for more landowners to get involved in the project, so why not pop by our stand to talk to us about the support we can offer to establish trees, hedgerows, and woodland. There are generous government grants for 100% of the costs of planting, maintenance, and more. Heartwood is…
Free NHS eye tests for school starters Calling all parents and carers. Do you have a child starting school this year? Remember to get their eyes tested before they start. All children can get free NHS eye tests at their local opticians up to the age of 16, or if they are aged 16, 17…
Be safe around water As the warm weather continues you may decide to head to the coast or visit rivers and reservoirs closer to home to enjoy a day in the sunshine. If you plan to be around water, whether it’s a trip to the seaside, lakeside or river, there are things to bear in…
Support after exam results If you have a young person in your family who’s about to get their A-Level or GCSE results, we can provide advice and guidance to support them and you with their next steps. Thousands of students across Derbyshire are preparing to receive their A-level and GCSE results next week. Post-16 results…
Summer’s a big deal Make the most of your summer by finding out what Derbyshire has to offer you and your family. From family fun and local festivals to unbeatable deals on days out, dining, and overnight stays, Visit Peak District & Derbyshire invites visitors and residents alike to make the most of the season…
Celebrating Denise’s dedication One of our longest serving school crossing patrols Denise Elliott has celebrated 40 years of keeping children safe on the roads. To mark the milestone the mum-of-two, from Matlock, was presented with a bouquet of flowers and a letter of congratulations for her outstanding dedication to the role. Denise is a familiar…
