On Thursday 7 October a new Labour councillor was elected for St Ann's. Councillor Jenkins was born and raised in St Ann’s and says…
‘Firstly I like to say a massive thank you to everyone who voted in the By- Election. As promised I'd like to work with you all to achieve the improvements in St Ann's that you want and need. It's going to be hard work but as we work together we can achieve great things. Our local areas develop when we all pull together. I will be walking around St Ann's and knocking on doors or seeing you on the road, to say 'hello' and do stop me and say 'hello' too. I am so looking forward to seeing you all. Don't forget, the will be regular Ward Walks and I do so hope you will join in when we hit your area. Stay safe and well.’
Councillor Corall Jenkins
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St Ann’s Christmas fair and Lights switch on will take place on Friday 10 December 4-7pm at The Chase, Neighbourhood Centre, The St Ann with Emmanuel Church.
All welcome, come and join us for
- Children singing carols around the tree
- Christmas lights switch on
- Free activities and stalls
- Free refreshments
- Meet Santa
Covid-19 safety - We encourage you take care of yourself and others by:
• Taking a lateral flow test before you come along
• Wearing a mask if you can
• Keeping your distance from other people when possible’ We would also urge all citizens to get vaccinated against Covid-19
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 The City council is working in partnership with a range of organisations to provide face-to-face support for local residents from Monday to Friday.
There are a range of services, advice and support for residents around welfare rights, debt advice, energy efficiency, employment skills and help finding a job and volunteering opportunities, mental health support for anxiety, depression, OCD etc and NCH housing issues.
These services are free and open to anyone, please come along and tell your neighbours, family and friends.
This is delivered in partnership with The Chase Neighbourhood Centre, St Ann’s Advice Centre, The Renewal Trust, Nottingham City Homes, Let’s Talk Wellbeing mental health service and NCVS Volunteer St Ann’s
See what's on here
Due to recent issues of graffiti, Nottingham City Homes are working with the council to fund a local community artist to paint a mural on the hording, working with the local residents including children from the Huntingdon Academy primary school and Metropolitan Housing Association tenants to promote positive messages and images.
 There have been some improvements to local parks including resurfacing work at the Robin Hood Chase and Heskey parks, and new gym equipment going into the Robin Hood Chase park next year.
We will also be looking to get people’s opinions about improvements to Marmion Park play area, with a view to a future funding bid for the site.
Please let us know what you'd like to see in the refurbished play area.
Go to the survey
Survey closes at 11:30pm on 23 January 2022.
Drop-in surgeries with your local Councillors are now taking place, why not come along to ask a question or share an idea on how to make St Ann's a better place to live.
- 1st Saturday of the month, 10-11am at St Ann’s Valley Centre, Wells Rd.
- 1st Wednesday of the month 6-7pm Cherry Lodge on King Edwards Park, Carlton Rd
 Nottingham City Council’s Trading Standards team are asking Nottingham residents to be careful when buying presents for children:
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Look for the CE or UKCA mark: These symbols on the label or box mean the manufacturer has assessed the toy for safety
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Button-batteries can kill: Check they are screwed in firmly and safely before giving to a child
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Check age restrictions: Toys must be clearly marked with age restrictions - always follow them, they’re there for a reason
With increases in bills and the cost of living as well as taxes going up and continuing issues around the pandemic, this Christmas will be a tough one for many.
Taking out payday or doorstep loans is a bad idea - they might seem like an easy way to get cash quickly, but you'll end up paying an arm and a leg due to sky-high interest rates.
The cheapest places to borrow money will always be a bank, building society or Notts and Lincs Credit Union - who may be able to help where others can't if you have a poor credit history.
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Council Tax Support
If you are on Universal Credit, you can get help with Council Tax costs. You need to make a separate claim for Council Tax Support. Apply online.
Pension Credit
Did you know that over a third of those entitled to Pension Credit haven't yet claimed it? Check now if you are eligible: either use the online calculator or call Age UK Notts on 0115 844 0011.
Warm Home Discount
Could you get the Warm Home Discount of £140? It's for those on low income and certain benefits. See if you may be able to claim it
Protect yourself, your friends and your family from scams
Scams are rife at the moment, as fraudsters try to exploit people struggling due to the pandemic. Some common ones to watch out for are delivery scams, pension reviews, phishing and fraudsters impersonating your bank. Read more about common scams and how to spot them here.
To report scams, forward suspicious text messages to 7726 and emails to [email protected].
If you’ve been scammed, contact your bank and Action Fraud
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