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Your weekly Nottingham News
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A message from Council Leader, Councillor Neghat Khan
As we approach Remembrance Sunday and Armistice Day, we take time to reflect and honour the courage and sacrifice of those who have served our country. I hope many of you will be able to join the commemorations at Victoria Embankment this Sunday or at the Council House on Tuesday to pay your respects where we will hold a two-minutes’ silence.
Next week also marks our Full Council meeting on Monday, where citizens will once again have the opportunity to put their questions directly to councillors and see local democracy in action. The meeting will be live streamed on YouTube from 2pm, so you can watch along and see how decisions are made on behalf of Nottingham’s residents.
If you’d like to ask a question at a future meeting, you can find out how to take part on our website.
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Did you know?
The first 30 minutes of every Full Council meeting are dedicated to questions and petitions from citizens - giving you the chance to raise the issues that matter most to you.
Although the deadline for submitting questions for this meeting has now passed, you can tune in live at 2pm on Monday via our YouTube channel to watch the meeting and see local democracy in action.
If you’d like to take part next time, keep an eye on our website for details on how to submit your question for a future meeting.
The traditional Remembrance Service takes place at Victoria Embankment on Sunday 9 November. The ceremony will begin at 10.45am with a parade comprising Armed Forces personnel, cadets, and veterans, followed by the wreath laying and two-minute silence. Music will be provided by the Nottinghamshire Band of The Royal Engineers, accompanied by the Nottingham Hospitals Choir. Read more and download the order of service.
To mark Armistice Day, there will be a short service on the steps of the Council House on Tuesday 11 November, commencing at 10.55am with the two-minute silence at 11am.
People wishing to watch the services and pay their respects are very welcome.
Active Nottingham is thrilled to announce the finalists for the This Girl Can Nottingham Awards 2025!
For 2025, a record-breaking 506 entries were received, and the calibre of the nominations was exceptionally high, making the selection process incredibly difficult for all the judges.
These incredible individuals and groups have inspired us all by championing movement, breaking down barriers and showing that This Girl Can, no matter the background, ability, or experience.
To all that were nominated, your commitment to excellence within your community is commendable, and we encourage you to continue!
Wishing everyone the best of luck at the This Girl Can Nottingham Awards on Thursday 20 November 2025!
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 We want your views on the Hucknall Road cycle route
In 2024, Nottingham City Council completed improvements to the Hucknall Road cycle corridor. This cycle route runs along Hucknall Road between the Ring Road and Cairns Close, along Andover Road before joining Hucknall Road again up to Bestwood Road and the National Cycle Network route 6.
Please take a few moments to have your say on this cycle route by 21st November.
All respondents who complete this survey and provide their contact details will be entered into a free prize draw and could win a £20 gift card that can be used across a wide range of local shops, restaurants, bars, and services.
 🎄 Festive fun at Nottingham Central Library
Get into the Christmas spirit with a fantastic line-up of events at Nottingham Central Library this season – celebrating local creativity, community, and festive fun for all ages.
📚 Notts Zine Fest – Saturday 8 November, 10am–4pm
We’re partnering with Notts Zine Fest 2025 for a full-building takeover celebrating visual art and grassroots publishing. Expect stalls, workshops, talks, performances, live illustration, and more.
🎁 BIPC Christmas Fair – Saturday 6 December, 11am–3pm
Join us in the Nottingham Central Library Atrium for a festive celebration of local creativity and entrepreneurship. The fair will feature a handpicked selection of local businesses, makers, and creators supported by the Business & IP Centre (BIPC) Nottinghamshire.
✨ Christmas Light Switch-On at Central – Friday 21 November
Enjoy an evening of live music, stalls, and festive cheer – including Christmas classics from performance artist Ro De La Monja and a seasonal orchestral showcase by the Peak Wind Orchestra.
🌱 Panto at the Library: Jack and the Beanstalk – Friday 12 December
We’re teaming up with Same Difference Arts to bring the festive magic of Jack and the Beanstalk to Nottingham Central Library! This lively three-hander panto is full of laughter, songs, and audience participation — perfect for families.
School children helped to officially launch a hub which links different modes of transport in Nottingham and makes it easier for people to get around the city.
Pupils from Old Basford Primary School (above) visited Nottingham City Council’s new Mobility Hub, in Percy Street (inset), where they proudly showed off the community mural they helped to design.
They then got their hands dirty by digging in with some planting activities, helping to green the space and make it more welcoming.
The facility is one of six initial sites that have been introduced across Nottingham using funding from the £16.7m Future Transport Zones (FTZ) programme, which is a joint project with Derby City Council.
The others are at Lambourne Drive, Wollaton; the Dales Central Library in Sneinton; Bulwell station; Winchester Street, Sherwood; and the Bridgeway Centre in The Meadows.
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Christmas events for your diary
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Step into Christmas as Winter Wonderland opens at Old Market Square on Wednesday 12 November! Glide above the square on the Sky Skate Ice Path, take in panoramic views of the city on the Observation Wheel, and enjoy seasonal cheer with delicious food and drink in the alpine ski bars. The Christmas Market stalls will also be back, offering a huge selection of gifts and festive treats, as well as the popular Ice Bar with a brand-new theme. Find out more.
Tickets are now on sale for the Christmas Market at Nottingham Castle, taking place for three days from Friday 28 – Sunday 30 November. Visitors can explore a wide range of handcrafted gifts, seasonal treats, and local delicacies. With live music, craft workshops, and a chance for children to meet Santa, there’s something for everyone. Tickets are priced at £2 per adult, £1 per child under 16 (plus booking fees). Nottingham Castle annual pass holders will also require a ticket. No concessions. Book tickets here.
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Have your say on these transport improvements
We’re consulting on proposals for a new inbound bus lane on Meadows Way that would also include:
- Better pedestrian facilities
- More off-street parking areas
Find out more
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Blue Badge Bunch: A Game Show Where Disability Takes Centre Stage!
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Fresh from the Edinburgh Fringe, Blue Badge Bunch is a hilarious, hands-on game show where the audience takes centre stage coming to Nottingham Central Library this weekend. Hosted by comedian Benny Shakes, this interactive experience invites you to try challenges like drawing with your feet, making lunch one-handed, and more.
This inclusive event flips the script, showing how disability can be a source of strength, humour, and connection. Whether you’re disabled, non-disabled, or somewhere in between, come and join the fun where disadvantage becomes an advantage. For ages 7+.
Find out more here.
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Have your say on Nottingham’s 2026/27 budget priorities
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Earlier this year, residents and stakeholders told us what matters most to them - tackling littering and fly-tipping, reducing anti-social behaviour, and improving access to community amenities.
That feedback has already helped shape our 2026/27 budget proposals.
Read more here.
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New initiative aims to create smoke-free sidelines at Nottingham’s grassroots football clubs
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A new initiative is being launched across Nottingham and Nottinghamshire to promote healthier, more family-friendly grassroots football by encouraging local clubs to adopt smoke-free sidelines.
Read more here.
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This week’s job opportunities at Nottingham City Council:
We’re looking for talented, passionate people to join our team. Could one of these roles be for you?
🏠 Housing Casework Advisor – £28,598–£31,022
🍴 Mobile Kitchen Assistant – £24,413–£25,185 (pro-rata)
🔧 Plumber – £36,363–£39,152
🪛 Multiskilled Plumber – £40,777–£44,075
🧽 Cleaner – Casual – £12.65 per hour
🏙️ Social Lettings Officer – £32,597–£35,412
👩👧👦 Experienced Children’s Social Worker – £46,142–£49,282
🎥 CCTV and Control Room Operative L2 – £26,824–£27,694
💰 Rent Account Manager – £32,597–£35,412
👶 Children’s Residential Social Care Worker – £32,597–£35,412
🧭 Move On Coordinator – £32,597–£35,142
💜 Domestic Abuse Support Officer – £40,777–£44,075
From plumbing and engineering to heritage, leisure, and social care, there’s a wide range of roles available across the city.
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Did you know?
You can find all our latest news, updates, and stories anytime at My Nottingham News – your one-stop hub for what’s happening across the city.
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