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Council news Councillor Natalie Thomas - Lewisham Council Lewisham Council · 24 Jun 2026 Council news Programme Manager – Children and Families in Temporary Accomodation - Hackney Council Hackney Council · 24 Jun 2026 Council news Edinburgh to show support for Armed Forces Day St Andrew Square will welcome a parade of serving personnel, veterans and supporters this weekend as The Royal British Legion Scotland and Council hosts special events to celebrate Armed Forces Day. City of Edinburgh Council · 24 Jun 2026 Council news Closure of Five bridges roundabout - Gateshead Council Gateshead Council · 24 Jun 2026 Council news Council takes action to help communities stay safe in the extreme heat With both amber and red alerts for extreme heat across the area this week, West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) is taking measures to help its residents and staff stay safe during the severe weather. West Northamptonshire Council · 24 Jun 2026 Council news Cabinet to consider support package for South Oxfordshire pubs Targeted support to help South Oxfordshire’s much-loved pubs will be considered by South Oxfordshire District Council’s Cabinet in July. South Oxfordshire Council · 24 Jun 2026 Council news New council-owned flats to support households in need Folkestone & Hythe District Council has bought a block of new flats to help residents facing homelessness. Folkestone and Hythe Council · 24 Jun 2026 Council news Sports clubs and facilities supported with over £580,000 of funding Sports clubs and parks across Charnwood have been supported with over £580,000 worth of funding to improve facilities. Funding has been awarded to 10 projects in the past year which was secured through Section 106 funding (S106). The investment includes an improved clubhouse and changing rooms at Sileby Cricket Club and upgraded facilities at Sileby Tennis Club, both totalling £150,000 each. A … Charnwood Council · 24 Jun 2026 Council news Changes to Southend Armed Forces Day event due to extreme weather Southend-on-Sea City Council is announcing important changes to this Saturday’s Armed Forces Day event in response to the Met Office Weather Warning and forecast high temperatures of up to 32°C. Southend-on-Sea Council · 24 Jun 2026 Council news Local school children bring 30 years of Capital’s heritage to life Granton Primary School children using the 30th anniversary of the Old and News Towns World Heritage Site in Edinburgh as inspiration to create an exhibition to help mark this important milestone. City of Edinburgh Council · 24 Jun 2026 Council news South Ribble Borough Council Launches Cultural Events Fund South Ribble Borough Council is launching a brand-new Cultural Events Fund for 2026 to 2027 to support local organisations in delivering high quality cultural events across the borough. South Ribble Council · 24 Jun 2026 Council news More than £4,800 in fines issued after waste offences Five men have been fined more than £4,800, following Medway Council-led investigations into waste offences. Medway Council · 24 Jun 2026 Council news Join us online to discuss childcare and early years provision on the islands – 30 June 2026 - Council of the ISLES OF SCILLY Isles of Scilly Council · 24 Jun 2026 Council news Huyton – Board games - Knowsley Libraries Knowsley Council · 24 Jun 2026 Council news Films revealed for Summer Cinema’s return to Queen’s Park Free outdoor cinema screenings, live entertainment and food and drink stalls will be coming to Queen’s Park in Loughborough next month. Summer Cinema, organised by Charnwood Borough Council, takes place on Sunday, 5 July, from 12 noon until 7pm and combines big screen entertainment, live entertainment, fun rides, and plenty more family-friendly fun. The public were invited to suggest films they… Charnwood Council · 24 Jun 2026 Council news Fylde Council and Fairhaven Methodist Church to Open New Wellbeing Hub Supporting Community Connection and Resilience A new Wellbeing Hub will open at Fairhaven Methodist Church on Thursday 2 July, providing a welcoming space where local residents can come together for a cuppa, a chat and access to practical support and advice. The project has been made possible through UK Government Crisis and Resilience Funding, administered locally by Fylde Council, and […] Fylde Council · 24 Jun 2026 Council news Free family tennis fun day - Swale Borough Council Swale Council · 24 Jun 2026 Council news Sheffield Health and Wellbeing Board - Thursday 24 September 2026 2.00 pm - Sheffield City Council Sheffield Council · 24 Jun 2026 Council news Council annual report highlights progress and ambition for the borough The council has published its latest annual report, setting out progress against the plan and highlighting major achievements delivered for residents, businesses and communities during 2025/26. Rochdale Council · 24 Jun 2026 Council news Double success for St David’s House and Queen’s Cottages St David’s House and Queen’s Cottages are celebrating a double success after winning a partnership award earlier this year and achieving a ‘Good’ rating in its most recent Care Quality Commission inspection. Continue reading Redditch Council · 24 Jun 2026 Council news Under the Stars returns to Newham, headlined by Tinchy Stryder Demand is hotting up for tickets to Under the Stars: Live at the Docks, as the free festival returns to Silverworks Island on 4 July, with Tinchy Stryder topping the bill. Newham Council · 24 Jun 2026 Council news “Plan ahead” message for Sunday road works along A59 City of York Council’s Highway Maintenance programme continues this summer with 1-day road closures along the A59. York Council · 24 Jun 2026 Council news New equipment donation helps more residents enjoy indoor bowls at Curborough Community Centre Residents taking part in indoor bowls at Curborough Community Centre are set to benefit from new equipment donated through Lichfield District Council's ‘Our Community Can’ social value programme. Lichfield Council · 24 Jun 2026 Council news Useful Hot Weather Information North Norfolk Council · 24 Jun 2026 Council news Spooky new trail explores the macabre folklore of Norfolk North Norfolk Council · 24 Jun 2026 Council news Pendle Council receives full allocation of £1.5m from Pride in Place Impact Fund Pendle Borough Council has now received the full allocation of £1.5m from the Government’s Pride in Place Impact Fund. Pendle Council · 24 Jun 2026 Council news Northamptonshire secures £2.3 million investment to help communities move more Secured through Sport England’s Place Expansion programme, the investment will support long-term work to support communities in physical activity, health and wellbeing North Northamptonshire Council · 24 Jun 2026 Council news Planning permission granted for 31 affordable homes at Bertie Place Planning permission has been granted for 31 affordable homes at Bertie Place in Oxford, helping more local people access genuinely affordable housing in one of the least affordable cities in the UK. Oxford Council · 24 Jun 2026 Council news Sussex Craft Week to takeover Alfriston for a celebration of makers, heritage and community Sussex Craft Week is curated by ROSA Magazine. Jessica Wood, Publisher says: “The Craft Towns project aims to bring back together the ingredients that made towns successful places: locality, community, heritage, skill and business.” Set within the South Downs National Park in Wealden District, and renowned for its independent businesses, historic buildings and creative spirit, […] Wealden Council · 24 Jun 2026 Council news Dozens fined after nuisance car racing in Medway Almost 50 fines have been handed out in one night to nuisance drivers disturbing Medway residents. Medway Council · 24 Jun 2026 Council news Crisis and Resilience Fund Hyndburn Council · 24 Jun 2026 Council news Havering commemorates Reserves Day Havering has marked Reserves Day (Wednesday 24 June 2026) as part of Armed Forces Week 2026. Havering Council · 24 Jun 2026 Council news Action taken on almost 100 buildings as council tackles heritage emergency Stoke on Trent City Council has taken enforcement action on almost 100 heritage buildings as it steps up work to tackle neglected historic properties in private ownership. Stoke-on-Trent Council · 24 Jun 2026 Council news Investing in our parks and green spaces Culture and Communities Convener Cllr Margaret Graham writes in the Evening News today about the quality of Edinburgh's parks. City of Edinburgh Council · 24 Jun 2026 Council news Multi agency crackdown seizes over £250,000 illegal tobacco The city council’s trading standards team have seized illegal tobacco and vapes as part of a multi-agency crackdown. Stoke-on-Trent Council · 24 Jun 2026 Council news “I still wake up every day and can’t believe I live here” – New Council homes making a difference to the lives of Rotherham residents “I still wake up every day and can’t believe I live here” - Tenants have spoken of the difference their homes are making as the Council continues to provide 1,000 new Council homes for local people. Rotherham Council · 24 Jun 2026 Council news Wealden wine trail joins Sussex Winelands as tourism expands to 16 vineyards The milestone is being celebrated with a new film campaign showcasing Wealden’s distinctive vineyards and visitor experiences, timed to coincide with English Wine Week, and strengthening Sussex’s position as one of England’s leading wine tourism destinations. Produced by filmmaker Chris Wigner and presented by wine expert Tom Surgey, the series shines a spotlight on people, […] Wealden Council · 24 Jun 2026 Council news Didcot comes together to celebrate culture and community Everyone is invited to come together for a vibrant celebration of culture and community at the Didcot Festival of Cultures on Saturday 11 July. South Oxfordshire Council · 24 Jun 2026 Council news Community centre refurbished on Mansfield estate A well-used community centre in the heart of the Ladybrook area of Mansfield has been given a major £120,000 upgrade. Mansfield Council · 24 Jun 2026 Council news Parking fine (Penalty Charge Notice) complaint - Cardiff Council Cardiff Council · 24 Jun 2026