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Council news Consultants appointed for next step in Borders Railway work We have completed the tendering process to appoint specialist consultants to support the first stage of business case work for the proposed extension of the Borders Railway to Hawick and Carlisle. The Scottish Borders Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Bin collections to start earlier due to hot weather Bin collections to start earlier due to hot weather gavin.midgley Date 03 July 2026 Date 03 July 2026 With temperatures set to rise once again, we are asking residents to please place their bins out the night before they’re due for collection, as our crews will be starting their rounds earlier to try and beat the heat. We hope that this means that all rounds will be completed on their scheduled… North Hertfordshire Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Traffic Update – Eastwood Utility Works We know many residents and motorists are experiencing significant delays in and around Eastwood, and we completely understand how frustrating this has been. Southend-on-Sea Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Reach for Relaxation in Redditch Residents are being invited to take a moment to slow down, get active and enjoy the benefits of Tai Chi through a series of sessions taking place in the borough. Continue reading Redditch Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Redditch Borough Council to honour FTD brothers as Freemen of the Borough Redditch Borough Council has agreed to start the process for the honorary title of Freemen of the Borough to be awarded to two local brothers in recognition of their exceptional achievements Continue reading Redditch Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news 1,800 primary school leavers educated on safety topics 1,800 primary school leavers educated on safety topics Holly.Mulhern Fri 03/07/2026 3:33pm The Royal Borough of Greenwich’s Junior Citizenship Programme has taught 1,800 local children about road safety, hate crime, first aid and the dangers of grooming and exploitation.   Over two weeks, 1,800 children in Year 6 across 45 Greenwich schools attended safety workshops on a range of impo… Greenwich Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news For Lease - Unit 4 Whin Park Industrial Estate, Cockenzie. Closing Date Friday 3rd of July @1pm - East Lothian Council East Lothian Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Young Person’s discounted bus fare scheme remains strong value as price update announced Young Person’s discounted bus fare scheme remains strong value as price update announced Anonymous (not verified) Fri 03/07/2026 1:17pm 3 July 2026 Public transport Residents across Central Bedfordshire are being reminded that the popular Young Person’s (YP) Card scheme will continue to offer excellent value for money, despite a fare increase coming into effect. From 1 September, the cost of a … Central Bedfordshire Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Bridge removal marks early stage of Slow the Flow flood management work at Etonbury Woods Bridge removal marks early stage of Slow the Flow flood management work at Etonbury Woods Anonymous (not verified) Fri 03/07/2026 10:46am 3 July 2026 Flooding Action to tackle flooding in the Pix Brook catchment has begun at Etonbury Woods, with the removal of a disused footbridge marking the first visible step in a wider ‘Slow the Flow’ programme of work. We are working in partnership with Her… Central Bedfordshire Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Council welcomes support for hospitality businesses for England v Mexico game Warwick District Council is delighted to see that the Government has implemented emergency legislation to ensure that pubs can open for the England vs Mexico match. Warwick Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Residents invited to lead Medway’s Pride in Place boards Applications are now open for three independent chairs to lead Medway’s Pride in Place Neighbourhood Boards. Medway Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Council delegation pays tribute in France and Belgium at 110th Battle of the Somme commemorations A council delegation took part in a four-day visit to France and Belgium this week to mark the 110th anniversary of the Battle of the Somme and commemorate those killed in action during one of the defining battles of the First World War. The delegation included Aldermen Glenn Barr, Margaret Tinsley and Ian Burns; Councillors […] Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Resident support helps to catch fly-tipper The vigilance of residents, and concern for fly-tipping on their estate led to a £500 penalty for one man. He was seen dumping a fridge/freezer in Springfields, Epping and was caught on CCTV. As part of the investigation, Environmental Enforcement Officers (EEOs) carried out targeted enquiries, including the distribution of appeal posters throughout the estate. These featured an image of the in… Epping Forest Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Extended Opening Hours for Pubs and Bars During World Cup 2026 Licensed venues will be permitted to remain open for extended hours following the government's decision to prolong licensing hours in England and Scotland beyond the group stages of the tournament. North Warwickshire Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Free business start-up course Ambitious Essex is running a free 2-day online course designed to help aspiring entrepreneurs and early-stage business owners take those first steps with confidence. If you have a business idea sitting in the back of your mind … but not sure how to actually turn it into something real? Sign up for this free course. On 13 and 14 July 2026 From 10am to 3pm Free Reserve your spot now Led by an exp… Epping Forest Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Top podcast’s apology to Erewash is real hoot - Erewash Borough Council Erewash Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Campaign launched to highlight risks faced by refuse crews in Maldon District Maldon District Council has launched a new campaign in partnership with SUEZ UK, to raise awareness of the dangers faced by refuse crews while collecting waste and recycling across the district. Maldon Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Transformed Walnuts Leisure Centre reopens A celebration for the reopening of the transformed Walnuts Leisure Centre took place in Orpington town centre on Thursday 2 July with crowds of residents joining for the festivities. Bromley Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Birmingham launches partnership with the Institute of Health Equity to tackle inequalities Birmingham has marked a significant milestone in its ambition to create a fairer, healthier city, bringing together partners to shape the city’s approach to Health Equity and Inclusion. Birmingham Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Sandwell Council and police take decisive action to tackle illegal activity in Cradley Heath Action has been taken to close criminal shops. Sandwell Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Have your say on future local governance in Bromsgrove and Rubery - Bromsgrove District Council Bromsgrove Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Start (or renew) your Garden Waste service for 2026/27 If you’re already enjoying the convenience of regular garden waste collections, make sure you renew your subscription to continue receiving collections without interruption. Simply renew online using the link below. Not yet subscribed? Now is the perfect time to join. The Garden Waste Service offers an easy and convenient way to dispose of grass cuttings, … Continued Rother Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Councillor Peter Higgins - Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames Kingston upon Thames Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Trusty steeds help promote anti-social behaviour awareness The Council has been linking with Coventry Police this week to highlight the work they are doing to tackle anti-social behaviour in the city centre including action on the dangerous use of e-bikes. Coventry Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Tameside HAF (Holiday Activities and Food) Programme - Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council Tameside Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Bridge removal marks early stage of Slow the Flow flood management work at Etonbury Woods We are working in partnership with Hertfordshire County Council and other organisations through the ResilienTogether programme – a Defra-funded initiative exploring new and innovative approaches to flood risk management across the Pix Brook catchment. Initial activity on site has included soil sampling, ecological surveys, minor vegetation management, and the removal of a disused pedestri… Central Bedfordshire Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Stretch, Breathe and Recharge in Bromsgrove - Bromsgrove District Council Bromsgrove Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Ofsted recognises continued progress for Havering’s children in care Havering’s Children’s Services is continuing to make progress for children in care, with Ofsted inspectors recognising ‘tangible improvement that is making a positive difference for children’. Havering Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Councillor Manish Shukla - Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames Kingston upon Thames Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Open Data Stirling Council - Stirling Council Stirling Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news "Stark choices" for Westminster residents as the council faces a funding cut of £100m "Stark choices" for Westminster residents as the council faces a funding cut of £100m Rebekah Bonaparte Fri, 03/07/2026 - 10:26 The stark scale of the financial challenge facing Westminster was made clear today (Friday 3 July) as the council warned changes in Government funding means it faces losing £100m in support.  Over four years the council's grant funding will reduce by just under ha… Westminster Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Further allotment site recommended for contaminated land determination Experts have concluded that an additional allotment site in Thornton-Cleveleys meets the criteria to be determined as contaminated land as part of an ongoing environmental investigation. Wyre Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Additional police patrols announced for Chelmsford city centre this summer - Chelmsford City Life Chelmsford Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Council steps up road repairs with summer resurfacing programme Essential resurfacing work will take place across 18 deteriorating roads, as Swindon Borough Council continues to take action to target roads in poor condition. Swindon Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Free Summer Fun Days coming to Broxtowe for the school holidays! - Broxtowe Broxtowe Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Maldon District Council celebrates submitting bid for UK Town of Culture 2028 An Expression of Interest for the UK Town of Culture 2028 competition, has been submitted to the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS). Maldon Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Nature Isn’t Neat returns to Monmouthshire with boost for wildlife Monmouthshire County Council is bringing back its Nature Isn’t Neat campaign this summer, encouraging a more relaxed approach to grass cutting to help wildlife thrive. Now in its sixth year,... Monmouthshire Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news - Woking Borough Council Woking Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news West Northamptonshire set to welcome biggest-ever British Grand Prix Visitors from across the world are set to visit West Northamptonshire this weekend as the British Grand Prix returns to Silverstone (3–5 July). West Northamptonshire Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Decisions for issue Approval of Mutual Exchange between Arun District Council tenant and external tenant - Arun District Council Arun Council · 3 Jul 2026