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New black wheeled bins and food caddies will soon start arriving at people’s homes across East Cambridgeshire. The new bins and caddies are being provided as part of a district wide waste and recycling upgrade, to help people reduce waste and recycle more. Each household on a standard waste collection will get one new black …
Final days to share views on local government reorganisation With just two days remaining until the Government’s consultation on local government reorganisation in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough closes, residents, businesses and community organisations are being urged to find out more about Option B and have their say. Option B is the proposal backed by Cambridge City, …
Final days to have your say on Cambridgeshire council reorganisation Read More »
Residents across East Cambridgeshire are being encouraged to find out more about a new waste and recycling service being introduced from 1 June. As part of the upgrade, households will receive new bins free of charge, designed to help reduce waste and improve recycling across the district. To help residents understand the changes, a series …
New waste and recycling bins coming to East Cambridgeshire from June Read More »
East Cambridgeshire District Council remains debt free and is freezing its element of Council Tax again in 2026/27 – for the 13th year running. For residents it means Council Tax paid to the district council can remain at £142.14 for an average Band D property – the same as it was for the year 2013/14. …
East Cambridgeshire freezes Council Tax for 13th consecutive year Read More »
Community groups are being encouraged to apply for grants of up to £1000, offered by East Cambridgeshire District Council. The groups can spend the money on new or existing projects designed to improve the quality of life for residents. Little Miracles, a charity that supports families with children that have additional needs, disabilities or life …
East Cambs community groups urged to apply for grants Read More »
East Cambridgeshire District Council has strengthened its support for members of the Armed Forces by achieving the Ministry of Defence’s Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) Bronze award. As part of the scheme, the council implements measures to support members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, service spouses and partners when they apply for roles within …
Council underlines its commitment to members of the Armed Forces Read More »
There are only a few days left for growing and innovative businesses in East Cambridgeshire to apply for a capital grant of up to £15,000. The scheme, delivered by East Cambridgeshire District Council and funded through the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority’s Rural England Capital Growth Fund, closes for Expressions of Interest at midnight on …
Final Days for East Cambs Businesses to Apply for Capital Grants up to £15,000 Read More »
East Cambridgeshire residents are invited to join a fun and free Health and Well Fair taking place at Soham Pavilion on Sunday 7 September. The event, hosted by East Cambridgeshire District Council, will be a fun day out with a focus on wellbeing. The aim is to encourage visitors to take steps towards a better …
Art students from Ely Community College have showcased their vision and style with a vibrant space-themed street art installation. The gateway underpass at the Ely Leisure Village has been adorned with colour and flair by students in Years 9 and 10 from the college. Street artist Kilo, lead artist at Splash & Dash Creations Ltd, …
Two of Ely’s biggest parks have been awarded Green Flag status. Ely Country Park and Jubilee Gardens, which are both owned by East Cambridgeshire District Council, have received the prestigious award. The coveted Green Flag status is awarded to parks and green spaces which are free and open to everyone to enjoy, while meeting strict …
Country Park and Jubilee Gardens celebrate Green Flag Read More »
Fordham and Isleham district councillor Kelli Pettitt has been elected as the new Chair of East Cambridgeshire District Council. This is a civic role to uphold and promote the purposes of the Constitution and preside over meetings of the council so that its business can be carried out efficiently and with regard to the rights …
East Cambridgeshire District Council – Annual council Announced Read More »
Work is to start on East Cambridgeshire’s first state of the art bereavement centre. It will include a crematorium, natural burial area, pet cemetery, a function room for wakes, a memorial tributes walkway and a remembrance garden, all set within flower meadows and woodland walks, with views overlooking a lake. As well as giving residents …
Community groups are being encouraged to apply for grants of up to £1000, offered by East Cambridgeshire District Council. The groups can spend the money on new or existing projects designed to improve the quality of life for residents. Successful applicants in the last round of grants included Ely Folk Festival to enhance accessible facilities …
East Cambridgeshire District Council has become the latest Third Party Hate Crime Reporting Centre (TPRC) in East Cambridgeshire. A hate crime is any criminal offence which is perceived by the victim, or any other person, to be motivated by hostility or prejudice based on a personal characteristic, specifically actual or perceived race, religion/faith, sexual orientation, …
Residents thinking of buying a new fridge or freezer are being asked to think twice about the disposal of their current models. Last year East Cambridgeshire District Council was called to 35 fly-tips which included a fridge or freezer. Shockingly, just one fridge containing chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) that has not been disposed of properly causes the …
Around a thousand Ukrainian nationals are living and working in East Cambridgeshire. They are being advised to act now to ensure they have access to their eVisa and are aware of the date their current permission to stay in the UK ends. Whether they are on the Homes for Ukraine Scheme, Family Scheme or the …
Residents and businesses are being asked for their views on the proposed Rural Settlement List for 2025/2026. The list is made up of 41 rural settlements in East Cambridgeshire with a population of less than 3000. Businesses operating within the boundaries of these settlements will not pay business rates if they are: Larger settlements in …
Growing and innovative businesses in East Cambs are being encouraged to apply for a capital grant of up to £50,000. The money can be used to create or safeguard jobs or bring new products to market. Businesses can also use it to invest in new technologies, processes or measures to improve productivity. In total £550,000 …
Businesses encouraged to apply for grants of up to £50,000 Read More »
As the clocks change and the colder nights draw in residents are being asked to remember hedgehogs this autumn. Numbers of hedgehogs in rural areas have declined between 30 and 72 per cent since 2000. To help halt this decline we’re asking residents to do what they can to help our prickly friends. Our top …
Ely’s first Imaginarium event is calling on locals to have their say on Future Developments that will help to reduce the impact of Climate Change The East Cambridgeshire Climate Action Network is running an Imaginarium and wants locals to bring forth ideas on how to tackle the challenges of climate change in a fun way …
Ely’s first Imaginarium event to help to reduce the impact of Climate Change Read More »
Members of the Armed Forces Community including current serving, veterans and spouses joined staff in the Council Chamber at East Cambridgeshire District Council to witness the signing of the council’s own Armed Forces Covenant. This not only supersedes the 2011 shared Armed Forces Community Covenant but gives the council the opportunity to refresh its commitment …
Council proud to re-affirm Armed Forces Community Support Read More »
Residents of state pension age in East Cambridgeshire are being urged to apply now for Pension Credit to be in with a chance of qualifying for this year’s winter fuel payment. Eligible residents have until 21 December to apply for the benefit and still receive the £300 winter fuel payment from government. Applications received after …
Council offers help with Pension Credit applications before December deadline Read More »
Plans for black wheelie bins, a weekly food waste collection and the retention and improvement of a free garden waste service are to go before councillors. The aim is to provide the best possible service to residents whilst also increasing the district’s recycling rate. The plans drawn up by East Cambridgeshire District Council are designed …
East Cambridgeshire residents are invited to join in a fun and free Health and Well Fair taking place at Jubilee Gardens in Ely on Sunday 15th September. The event, hosted by East Cambridgeshire District Council will be a fun day out with a focus on wellbeing. The aim is to encourage visitors to take steps …
Judicial review proceedings from four local councils against the Sunnica solar farm project will not be pursued after West Suffolk Council and Cambridgeshire County Council chose to withdraw from the process. Suffolk County Council and East Cambridgeshire District Council remained committed to seeing through the legal challenge but were left in an impossible position to …
East Cambridgeshire District Council is continuing its commitment to only increase Council Tax as a last resort, as part of its new Corporate Plan for 2024/25. To date the council is the only district, county or unitary authority still in operation in the country not to have increased Council Tax for the past 11 years. …
Council pledges to only increase Council Tax as a last resort Read More »
Fun and free Youth Fusion events will be taking place at Burwell and Haddenham recreation grounds this summer. The drop-in events, which last year attracted hundreds of young people, are returning to the district due to popular demand. They provide a unique opportunity for anyone under the age of 18 to try their hand at …
Free Youth Fusion events for Burwell and Haddenham Read More »
The Leader of East Cambridgeshire District Council has expressed her extreme disappointment following today’s news the Sunnica solar farm has received approval from the Secretary of State. The council, along with hundreds of local residents, has long been a vociferous objector to the plans for the massive solar farm which will span well over 900 …
Loveheart will be the new name for one of East Cambridgeshire’s Waste and Recycling vehicles after councillors were won over by the five-year-old boy who suggested it. Alex Hodson, aged 5, from Sutton has had a love for bin lorries, recycling and the environment since he was just two-years-old. During this time he has changed …
Residents in the Ely and East Cambridgeshire constituency are being encouraged to remember their photo ID when they go to vote in the general election on Thursday. Voters will need to show photo ID at polling stations before they can receive their ballot paper. Without it, potential voters risk not having their say in the …
Remember Voter ID is needed for the general election Read More »
Anyone who has not yet registered to vote is being encouraged to do so now in time for the general election on 4th July. John Hill, the Acting Returning Officer for the Ely and East Cambridgeshire Constituency, said: “Registering to vote only takes a few minutes and it means you have the opportunity to have your say …
Register to Vote now for the General Election in July Read More »
Councillors have agreed the first step towards making playgrounds in East Cambridgeshire more inclusive for all children and young people. They unanimously agreed a cross-party motion at Thursday’s Full Council meeting (23 May 2024), which recognises the essential role of play in child development. The motion also highlighted the importance of creating opportunities for outdoor …
Councillors vote to make playgrounds in East Cambridgeshire more inclusive Read More »
A campaign targeted at kicking domestic abuse out of East Cambridgeshire has been launched ahead of the Euros. One in four women and one in six men experience domestic abuse. These numbers can increase dramatically during major football tournaments. During the last European championships in 2020 reported rates of domestic violence increased as much as …
Ask for Ani domestic abuse campaign launched ahead of Euros Read More »
Members of the public are being asked for their thoughts on new planning guidelines aimed at helping increase hedgehog numbers across East Cambridgeshire. The Hedgehog Recovery Design Guidance supplementary planning document – believed to be the first of its kind in the country – asks developers to put measures in place to help hedgehogs when planning new …
Share your thoughts on new hedgehog guidance for developers Read More »
A grand total of 75 oak trees are in the process of being planted across 20 locations in East Cambridgeshire, thanks to support from parish councils, schools, nurseries and landowners. East Cambridgeshire District Council donated the trees free of charge as part of its campaign to mark King Charles III’s coronation and 75th birthday. The …
75 Oak Trees Being Planted to Mark King’s Coronation Read More »
A free 12-week activity course that has positively changed people’s lives is now being offered at Soham, Littleport and Bottisham. Active for Health is being offered to people over 18 who struggle with exercise and have a body mass index (BMI) of over 25. The course is designed to help people improve their fitness, learn …
Free Active for Health Course Helps Change Lives Read More »
As sleepy hedgehogs emerge from hibernation this spring, residents are being asked to record their sightings on an interactive map. The BIG Hedgehog Map (www.BigHedgehogMap.org) enables sightings of hedgehogs from across the UK to be recorded, helping conservationists understand where they’re living and where they most need help. The BIG Hedgehog Map is run by …
Plea for hedgehog sightings to be recorded on interactive map Read More »
A new Changing Places toilet is now available at the Fountain Lane car park in Soham. These toilets are special because they contain a hoist and a changing bench, enabling people who need personal assistance to use the toilets or get changed without having to lay on the floor of a public toilet. This can …
East Cambridgeshire’s first vegetable powered vehicle is now collecting recycling from homes across the district. The new lorry is able to run on hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) which is renewable, sustainable and 100 per cent biodegradable. Residents will be able to easily spot the vehicle thanks to its “Red Lorry, Yellow Lorry, Green Lorry!” design. …
More than 100 businesses across East Cambridgeshire have now signed up to the East Cambs Community Safety Partnership’s Shop Watch scheme. Shop Watch is a scheme similar to Neighbourhood Watch. Running via WhatsApp it allows businesses to effectively communicate with each other to help tackle shoplifting and anti-social behaviour. It is being organised by East …
Stop Me stickers have been given to farmers to place on agricultural vehicles across East Cambridgeshire to help crack down on theft. They are part of a joint initiative between Cambridgeshire Police and East Cambridgeshire Community Safety Partnership, and funded by the Cambridgeshire Police and Crime Commissioner. The bright yellow stickers bear the words “Police …
More than 250 residents on low incomes in East Cambridgeshire have been able to keep warm this winter thanks to a free electric blanket from the council. The Energy Team at East Cambridgeshire District Council has been handing out the blankets to more vulnerable residents to help with the cost of living. The electric throws …
Around 300 properties in Stretham could benefit from a new scheme to help people make energy efficiency improvements to their owned or rented homes. Members of East Cambridgeshire District Council’s home energy team have written to occupiers and will be out and about in the village from the 20 to 22 March to identify properties …
District council providing a HUG for homes in Stretham Read More »
Birds, butterflies bees and bats are among the wildlife set to benefit from more than £18,000 in funding from East Cambridgeshire District Council. Burrough Green has been awarded £14,700 to fully renovate its village nature pond. This will include working with Froglife to dredge and clear the pond and add new pond plants to attract …
Growing and innovative businesses in East Cambs are being encouraged to apply for a grant of up to £30,000. The money can be used to create or safeguard jobs or bring new products to market. Businesses can also use it to invest in new technologies, processes or measures to improve productivity. Grants will be made …
Businesses Encouraged to Apply for Grants of up to £30,000 Read More »
East Cambridgeshire District Council remains debt free and is freezing its Council Tax again in 2024 – for the 11th year running. The announcements were made during its Full Council meeting on 20th February. This is despite an economically challenging environment which has seen many other local authorities rack up millions in debt. Out of more …
Council Remains Debt Free and Freezes Council Tax Read More »
East Cambs Building Control and Andrew Fleet, a building control agent based in Soham, have received national recognition for their working relationship at the Local Authority Building Control Awards. They were crowned winner of the “Best Partnership” award, which recognises excellence in collaboration, communication and overall partnership working practices. More than 900 leading construction industry figures …
Council and Agent Nationally Recognised for More Than a “Fleet-ing” Relationship Read More »
Young people across East Cambridgeshire are being given the opportunity to design artwork for its new fleet of waste and recycling lorries. The competition is being run by East Cambridgeshire District Council to help launch the council’s new Love Your Street campaign. Love Your Street is all about making East Cambridgeshire a cleaner, greener place …
Businesses across East Cambridgeshire are being encouraged to consider the benefits of apprenticeships as part of the council’s drive to mark Apprenticeship Week (5th February to 11th February) The number of young people enrolled on apprenticeships in East Cambridgeshire is one of the highest levels across the county, with 11.4% of 18-year-olds enrolled. But currently, …
Funding to adapt a gym at Littleport Leisure to provide a safe and welcoming space for under-represented groups to improve their health and fitness has been approved by East Cambridgeshire District Council. A grant of £11,400 has allocated towards the £17,000 cost of improving the leisure centre’s second gym to create 14 workstations. The money …
Council Helps Fund Multi-Adapted Gym in Littleport Read More »
A competition is being launched to name a new fleet of 10 waste and recycling vehicles. The new fleet, purchased by East Cambridgeshire District Council, includes new in-cab technology designed to deliver a more efficient and cost-effective waste collection service. They are also able to run on Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) as well as diesel, which …
Competition to name new waste and recycling fleet Read More »
Four projects that improve the quality of life for residents in East Cambridgeshire have been awarded over £1.76 million funding. Stretham and Wilburton Community Land Trust is to receive £1.21 million towards its Link Project. This will see the creation of a wellbeing community hub, GP rooms, café and meeting rooms at Plantation Gate. The vibrant …
Council Approves Over £1.76 Million Funding For Community Projects Read More »
The number of illegal fires across the district has fallen 58% in a year according to East Cambridgeshire District Council. The council has been cracking down on the burning of commercial waste as part of its commitment towards a cleaner, greener East Cambridgeshire. Burning waste, particularly oil-based wastes, plastics and treated wood, results in a …
East Cambridgeshire District Council has achieved silver accreditation of the Investors in the Environment scheme. The council signed up to the scheme two years ago as part of its commitment to reduce the environment impact at its main head office in Ely, known as The Grange. Within a year it achieved bronze and now its …
Council Achieves Silver Investors in Environment Accreditation Read More »
The staff owned co-operative running The Hive Leisure Centre in Ely has been awarded the prestigious Investors in People (IiP) Gold Standard. GLL, which runs leisure centres and libraries across the UK, is a charitable leisure and cultural social enterprise and has been running The Hive at Ely’s Leisure Village on behalf of East Cambridgeshire District …
The Hive awarded Gold Standard by Investors in People Read More »
The number of fly-tips in East Cambridgeshire has fallen to its lowest level since 2017, thanks to a multi-agency campaign. Last year 444 tips were recorded. This is a 17% fall on the 535 recorded the previous year and a 40% decline compared to 2021. The success is the result of continued efforts under the …
Plans to plant 75 oak trees across East Cambridgeshire have reached the half way mark, thanks to support from parish councils, schools, nurseries and landowners. East Cambridgeshire District Council has received requests for 39 oak trees, as part of its campaign to mark King Charles III’s coronation and 75th birthday. And there is still time for …
A full business plan to build a state-of-the-art ecological bereavement centre alongside a beautiful lakeside setting at Mepal is to go before East Cambridgeshire District Councillors. The plan for the council-owned land includes a crematorium, natural burial area, and a pet cemetery. Set within flower meadows and woodland walks with views overlooking the lake, it …
An online form to help residents identify if they qualify for home energy efficiency grants is being promoted by East Cambridgeshire District Council to help mark Energy Saving Week (17th January to 23th January). The form, which takes 10 minutes to complete, helps the council’s energy advisers to better understand an individual’s circumstances, such as …
Children from Spring Meadow Infant and Nursery School in Ely will soon be able to enjoy pond dipping, outdoor science lessons and looking after the environment. While people in Coveney will benefit from enhancement work to the village’s wildlife pond which will see a boardwalk and new planting added. The £3450 grant for Spring Meadow …
Businesses across East Cambridgeshire are being encouraged to sign up for a new resource portal dedicated to helping them gain a competitive edge in today’s dynamic economic landscape. East Cambridgeshire District Council’s Economic Development team has written to more than 5000 businesses, encouraging them to register their interest. Those that sign up will gain free …
Exclusive resource portal launched for East Cambridgeshire businesses Read More »
Impending changes to the way the planning system operates should support a right first-time approach according to Cllr Bill Hunt, chair of East Cambridgeshire District Council’s planning committee. New government regulations, to be brought in on 6th December 2023, mean that anyone bringing forward a planning application is advised to make sure it meets all planning policies and requirements before it is submitted to …
Government changes support right first-time approach to planning Read More »
To help mark White Ribbon Day on 25th November, East Cambs Community Safety Partnership is asking members of the public to take photos of themselves with their phone torches on and post on social media tagging in #ChangeTheStory. The Octagon on Ely Cathedral will also be lit up white during the evening. White Ribbon is committed …
#ChangeTheStory in East Cambs for White Ribbon Day Read More »
Seventy-five English Oak trees are being given away by East Cambridgeshire District Council to help celebrate King Charles III’s coronation and his 75th birthday this November. The council is giving away the trees to schools, nurseries, community groups and parish councils as one of its top 20 actions from its 2023/24 Environment Plan. From a …
This festive season, Ely Markets are hosting a wonderful selection of events with unique gifts, crafts, artisan produce and delicious street food. Ely Festive Food & Gift Markets will take place every Friday from 17th November, 10am-4pm. These markets will feature a wonderful selection of unique gifts and crafts to suit all budgets. Visitors will …
Three villages are to receive an eco-friendly boost after securing Pride of Place grants from East Cambridgeshire District Council. Fordham is set to be awash with wildflowers next spring after receiving £2200 to spend on native plant bulbs and rewilding seeds. Grants for £1000 each have also been awarded to Bottisham’s Holy Trinity Church to …
East Cambridgeshire District Council has officially been ranked 29th out of 164 district councils for its work to combat climate change, putting it in the top quartile for performance. This is the second time campaign group Climate Emergency UK has officially scored local authorities on their performance. The assessment consisted of 91 questions or less, depending …
Council Ranked Highly for Combating Climate Change Read More »
Residents and businesses across East Cambridgeshire are being asked to help out with hibernating hedgehogs. Hedgehog numbers across the East of England are declining rapidly and they particularly need help this time of year as they prepare to hibernate during the winter months. Depending on the weather and their body condition, they go into hibernation …
An opportunity to purchase a one-bedroom affordable home in Fordham for £117,000 is available to residents who meet the eligibility criteria. The property is one of a number set aside by East Cambridgeshire District Council to help local residents struggling to get on the housing ladder. They are sold to local people on average salaries …
Applications invited for affordable home in Fordham Read More »
Community groups are being urged to apply for grants of up to £1000 being offered by East Cambridgeshire District Council. The money can be spent on new or existing projects designed to improve the quality of life for residents. Cllr Alan Sharp, Vice Chair of the Operational Services Committee, said: “This grant is a fantastic …
I am delighted with the news the Government has announced plans to improve Ely Railway Junction and the A10 between Ely and Cambridge. The Ely Area Capacity Enhancement (EACE) programme to allow more trains to run through Ely is something, we as a council, have been championing for many years providing it includes a road …
Statement from Cllr Anna Bailey, Leader, East Cambridgeshire District Council Read More »
East Cambridgeshire District Council has released the second round of its Growth and Infrastructure Fund to support sustainable projects that improve the quality of life for residents. Organisations, clubs or councils that want to deliver a project have until 5pm on Friday 8 December 2023 to place bids for a share of the £700,000 fund …
East Cambridgeshire Organisations Encouraged to Bid for £700,000 Fund Read More »
East Cambridgeshire District Council has welcomed the decision of the Greater Cambridge Partnership Executive Board not to endorse the Making Connections outline business case. While the district council supports many of the concepts of the business case it had been concerned that road charging proposals would have a detrimental impact on people living in East …
Council welcomes news Congestion Charging proposals won’t go ahead Read More »
Hedgehogs have found their way into the hearts of East Cambridgeshire’s residents, young and old. In a public vote, they have been chosen as the endangered animal residents would most like East Cambridgeshire District Council to support over the coming year. Hundreds of people attending the council’s recent Youth Fusion events, as well as at …
Hedgehogs win the hearts of people in East Cambs Read More »
East Cambridgeshire District Council was among councils across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough that have voted to reject the Local Transport Connectivity Plan (LTCP). The plan, which included the option of a road charge across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough, went before the Board Meeting of the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority (CPCA) on Wednesday (20 September 2023). In …
Council Votes Against Local Transport Connectivity Plan Read More »
A giant interactive gaming wall, designed to provide positive fun activities, has been installed at the new Youth and Community Centre in Littleport. The wall is 2.5 metres high and 4 metres wide and incorporates a number of fun games and sporting activities all designed to help people get fit, encourage teamwork, and improve co-ordination and movement. A laptop, or …
Gaming wall plugged in at Littleport Youth and Community Centre Read More »
Do you want to get your bike fixed or find out what’s happening for young people in Littleport? Maybe you want to try your skills at the free climbing wall? East Cambridgeshire District Council’s next Youth Fusion event takes place at Littleport Youth and Community Centre on Wednesday 23 August 2023. Anyone aged 18 or under …
East Cambridgeshire residents are invited to join in a fun and free Health and Well Fair taking place at Ely Country Park on Sunday 3rd September. The event, hosted by East Cambridgeshire District Council will be a fun day out with a focus on wellbeing. The aim is to encourage visitors to take steps towards …
Health and Well Fair – Free wellbeing event at Ely Country Park Read More »
Two new gum-busting machines are being brought in by East Cambridgeshire District Council to help out in sticky situations. The Ghostbusters-style backpack is being used by a dedicated street cleansing team to rid the district of the perils of chewing gum. Many streets in the district, especially the high streets of Ely, Soham and Littleport, …
Gum Busting Machine to Help Out in Sticky Situations Read More »
Two of Ely’s biggest parks have been awarded Green Flag status. Ely Country Park and Jubilee Gardens, which are both owned by East Cambridgeshire District Council, were given the prestigious award during a national ceremony. The coveted Green Flag status is awarded to parks and green spaces which are free and open to everyone to …
Country Park and Jubilee Gardens Awarded Green Flag Status Read More »
People worried about losing their homes in East Cambridgeshire are being encouraged to seek support from East Cambridgeshire District Council. The council fears an increasing number of people in the district could be facing homelessness as the cost of mortgages rise or people fall behind on rent payments during the cost of living crisis. Over …
Business owners in East Cambridgeshire are saying yes to offering a warm welcome to mothers who breastfeed and pump, as part of a new initiative supported by East Cambridgeshire District Council. FreeToFeedCP encourages businesses to sign up as a breastfeeding and pumping friendly business, so mothers can feel relaxed, comfortable and confident feeding their children …
East Cambridgeshire Businesses Pledge Support for Mums Read More »
Home energy experts will be out and about in Haddenham next week promoting a new grant to help lower income households improve energy efficiency, save money on heating bills and cut carbon. Its estimated up to 500 households in the village, which have an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of D – G, may be …
Grant Boost to Help Residents Get Energy Efficient Read More »
Soham recreation ground and Scout Hut is the place to be for young people on Wednesday 26th July. Anyone aged 18 or under is invited to attend the free Youth Fusion event taking place between 11am and 3pm. This interactive wellbeing event is an opportunity to find out what is going on for young people …
Plans to implement congestion charging in Cambridgeshire should be stopped and alternative proposals, like improved bus services given a higher priority, according to East Cambridgeshire District Council. A motion put forward by Conservative councillors at the Full Council meeting on 13th July called on Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority (CPCA), together with the county council …
Council calls for halt to Cambridge Congestion Charge Read More »
Council Tax across East Cambridgeshire will only be raised as a last resort between now and 2027, as part of a renewed commitment to help with the Cost of Living Crisis. East Cambridgeshire District Council is continuing its Council Tax commitment as part of its new Corporate Plan, which sets out the council’s priorities for …
Young people are invited to join our fun and free Youth Fusion Days taking place in Soham, Bottisham and Littleport this summer. These interactive wellbeing events are an opportunity to find out what’s going on for young people in the district and where to go to get more information about the things that matter to …
Youth Fusion – Join us for three fun interactive events this summer Read More »
Bulb planting, bat boxes, pond creation and bramble clearing are just some of the projects that could receive funding as part of a new Pride of Place initiative. East Cambridgeshire District Council is making up to £15,000 available for environmentally friendly projects that create, tidy up or enhance somewhere special in local communities. Applicants must …
Grants of up to £15,000 Available to Help Rejuvenate Local Communities Read More »
East Cambridgeshire District Council has announced ambitious environmental plans to achieve carbon net zero four years ahead of schedule. In its latest Environment Plan the Council has committed to reduce the 1,316.9 tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions that it produced in 2018/19 (baseline year) down to net-zero emissions by 2036. This is 14 years ahead …
Council Even More Ambitious on Environmental Pledges Read More »
East Cambs residents are being encouraged to join in June’s month of community with a new litter picking competition – which will also help mark King Charles III’s Coronation. East Cambridgeshire District Council has provided 22 participating parish councils with free litter pickers and high vis vests. Residents and groups who wish to take part …
New Litter Picking Initiative – with a Royal Twist Read More »
A 63 per cent increase in the number of people seeking cost of living advice from East Cambridgeshire District Council has prompted it to tailor the advice it offers residents. The Council opened its doors at The Grange in Ely in January 2022 to offer residents a one stop shop when it comes to accessing …
Council Tailors Cost of Living Advice to Meet Increasing Demand from Residents Read More »
East Cambridgeshire District Council has saved nearly £800,000 by committing to pay its £2.05 million contribution towards the cost of upgrading the A14 25 years ahead of schedule. It had previously been agreed with the Department of Transport the Council would pay £82,000 a year, over 25 years towards the cost of upgrading the stretch between Cambridge and Huntingdon. However, when …
District Council pays A14 contributions early and saves £800,000 Read More »
Soham district councillor Mark Goldsack has been elected as East Cambridgeshire District Council’s new Chairman. This is a civic role to uphold and promote the purposes of the Constitution and preside over meetings of the Council so that its business can be carried out efficiently and with regard to the rights of councillors and the …
Three fabulous poems by young people in East Cambridgeshire have been selected to help East Cambridgeshire District Council celebrate King Charles III’s Coronation. The Council ran a poetry competition over the Easter Holidays, with under 18s being asked to compile an illustrated poem entitled “If I were King Charles for the day.” Oscar Ritchie, aged …
King’s Coronation Poetry Competition Winners Announced Read More »
Businesses and employers in East Cambridgeshire are being given the opportunity to sign up for free mental health seminars. Nick Elston – award winning mental health speaker and transformational speaking coach – will be delivering the first of five online mental health seminars at midday on Monday 22th May. The seminars have been organised by …
Council Offers Free Nick Elston Mental Health Sessions for Businesses Read More »
Young people across East Cambridgeshire are being given the opportunity to write a poem to help celebrate King Charles III’s Coronation. The competition is being run by East Cambridgeshire District Council over the Easter Holidays, with under 18s being asked to compile an illustrated poem entitled “If I were King Charles for the day.” Twenty …
King’s Coronation Poetry Competition Launched for Young People Read More »
The poor state of repair and the safety of roads across East Cambridgeshire is being highlighted in a letter from District Council leader Anna Bailey. Writing to Lucy Nethsingha, the Leader of Cambridgeshire County Council, which is responsible for highways, Cllr Bailey said she was “seriously worried” about the basic safety and “alarmed” about the …
Council leader ‘Seriously Worried’ about the basic safety of the district’s roads Read More »
Digital signs are being installed across the city of Ely as part of a joint initiative designed to celebrate our medieval city using the latest modern technology. East Cambridgeshire District Council has teamed up with Visit Ely and the City of Ely Council to install 13 digital information points which go live in June. They’ll …
Recycling lorries across East Cambridgeshire could soon be running on vegetable oil. East Cambridgeshire District Council plans to buy 10 new eco-friendly recycling vehicles – which will be converted to run on Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO). HVO generates 90 per cent less carbon than a traditional diesel fuel vehicle helping the Council make significant savings …
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East Cambridgeshire now has 28 new orchards thanks to a district council initiative to give away free trees to community groups. Churchyards, schools and public open spaces are just some of the many areas across East Cambridgeshire to receive a share of approximately 300 native fruit trees made available under the East Cambridgeshire District Council’s …
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