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I am very pleased to return as the Leader of Nottingham City Council after last week?s elections. Covering many hours, many steps and many miles, election campaigning is a great opportunity to get out to meet residents and understand the issues that matter to them. I intend to take on board all feedback that I and my fellow councillors received so that we can ensure our council not only continues to deliver good services for the people of Nottingham, but also works hard to make improvements where needed.
There is no doubt that the next year will continue to be challenging. We remain in a cost-of-living crisis and balancing council budgets will mean that difficult decisions will still be needed. We also remain on a journey of improvement with the Government?s Improvement and Assurance Board. However, I would like to begin this new electoral term with hope for the many new and exciting developments that will happen.
Our flagship Central Library will open this year and will stand alongside the new Broad Marsh bus station and car park. This will not only improve the southern gateway to our city but will be the centrepiece to what will be our new Broad Marsh area, with the Green Heart project boasting better outdoor spaces. The Island Quarter will also continue to grow to the south-east of the city.
This is about more than just the city centre, however, and so we will look to make neighbourhood improvements, as well as opening the new Sherwood Library.
Finally, of course, the Castle will soon reopen under the responsibility of the council. We have many exciting plans to announce soon but I know that many, including myself, have enjoyed the recent taster events of the King?s coronation. Walking among the Castle grounds again was a wonderful feeling and we look forward to making this available to you all.
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As the days become lighter and warmer, there?s no better time to get outdoors and take part in National Walking Month. Walking is a fantastic, no cost way to keep active and improve mental and physical health.
Walking is also a great way to explore some of Nottingham?s great parks, open spaces & walking routes around the city.
By swapping a short drive for a short walk, you can also help reduce air pollution and help save money too!
A 20-minute walk every day can:
- Reduce the risk of developing some conditions including; high blood pressure, type II diabetes, heart disease, stroke, certain cancers, dementia and depression.
- Improve mood
- Boost creativity
- Help for a better night?s sleep
- Helps strengthen bones and muscles
Living Streets organises?National Walking Month?and they encourage people to?#Try20,?by walking 20 minutes each day.
So why not ?Walk This May? and take the first steps to a healthier you.
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Our Transforming Cities-funded improvements to the area outside the Vat & Fiddle on Queensbridge Road are complete, and looking lovely!
We replaced car parking with a new wide path, seated areas and chess tables and planted a new hedge and trees too in this important gateway to the south side of city, linking the city centre with the Meadows, River Trent and beyond.
More information here
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On Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 May, Nottingham Castle re-opened its gates for the first time since November to host sold-out screenings of the Coronation and Coronation Concert. It was great to see people enjoying these historic occasions, and to watch King Charles III crowned at a site which also has 1000 years of royal history. A fantastic time was had by all despite the weather!
This coming Saturday sees the castle host another sold-out live screening, this time for the Eurovision Grand Final. Nottingham is an official BBC Broadcast Partner and will become a Eurovision Fan-Zone when the gates open at 6pm, ahead of the live broadcast at 8pm. We look forward to seeing you there if you were lucky enough to get tickets!
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Nottingham City Council and the Showmen?s Guild are pleased to announce the return of Goose Fair this autumn. It will once again be held over ten days, between Friday 29 September and Sunday 8 October 2023.
The decision follows the successful staging of the fair over ten days in 2022, which saw over half a million visitors from across the region, helping to generate a significant economic uplift for the city.
With over 250 rides and attractions and thrills aplenty for all ages, the fair is one of the largest travelling fun fairs in Europe, and Nottingham city?s biggest event in its annual events calendar. More here
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Good luck to Notts County as they face Chesterfield at Wembley tomorrow. A win sends the world's oldest professional club back into the Football League where they belong. Come on you Pies!
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