New £100,000 small business grant programme is launched in South Cambridgeshire
Small businesses in South Cambridgeshire are being invited to apply for funding of up to £5,000 each in a new grant programme launched this week.
Support for local climate action in South Cambridgeshire continues with sixth round of Zero Carbon Communities grants
The sixth round of South Cambridgeshire’s Zero Carbon Community (ZCC) grants have been announced, distributing £125,000 across 11 innovative projects.
Have your say about the current structure of local government for Cambridge
Cambridge City Council is asking local people whether the current structure of local government could be improved, and is urging people take part in its short survey before it closes on Tuesday 3 September
Government funding for ‘Planning Supersquad’ awarded to Greater Cambridge Shared Planning
Greater Cambridge Shared Planning has been allocated up to £650,000 from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government to help make the whole planning process even more efficient.
Defining Impact: The Challenge for Leaders
Møller Insitute associate, Dr Uday Phadeke discusses what he believes is a key issue for leaders; defining impact. He describes this as an often overlooked factor of leadership development, but can be crucial in the outcome for an organisation. Dr Uday Phadke’s experience spans three key areas: commercial firms enabled by science and technology, academic research and teaching in technology…
Bus franchising consultation in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough goes live
The Combined Authority is asking for views on the future of the region’s buses with the launch of its bus franchising consultation from 12 noon today (Wednesday 14 August 2024).
Kaja Kallas' nomination and the future of Estonia
European Diplomats writes: Kaja Kallas, the former Prime Minister of Estonia and leader of the Reform Party, has been nominated as the European Union High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy.
National campaign - Never bin your batteries
Residents urged to never bin batteries or electrical goods after seven fires in refuse lorries in 2024.
Charity, community and volunteer groups can apply now for funding to support community projects
Three grant funds have been launched by Cambridge City Council and Cambridge’s charity, community and voluntary groups are being encouraged to apply now.
Persistent turbulence: The Labour Party’s victory and its impact on European Union relations
European Diplomats writes: The Labour Party emerged as the clear winner in the UK General Elections conducted on 7 July 2024, securing an impressive 412 seats. After reviewing the manifesto, it is important for firms and organisations to be aware of additional factors to consider if they wish to establish a connection with the European Union. What is the process through which this will occur? …
Consultation to help decide the future of the region’s buses given the go-ahead
Bus services in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough are set to be transformed and everyone across the region is being invited to have their say.
Successful Mobile Food Hub goes electric
The Mobile Food Hub that visits villages across South Cambridgeshire, has launched today in a new electric vehicle, thanks to funding from South Cambridgeshire District Council’s
Councils set to tackle housing challenges in Greater Cambridge in the next five years
Affordable housing, improving housing conditions and building low carbon homes are among priorities in a new strategy plan for Greater Cambridge for the next five years.
Last chance to inform initial design proposals for the Guildhall, Corn Exchange and Market Square
Cambridge City Council is reminding readers to respond to its Civic Quarter engagement programme before Sunday 28 July to have their say on the future of the Guildhall, Corn Exchange, Market Square and surrounding public spaces.
Mayor welcomes King’s Speech focus on empowering regions to drive growth
Mayor Dr Nik Johnson said today’s commitment in the King’s Speech to give more powers to mayors is crucial for a better future for the region.
Free family cookery classes in the school summer holidays to boost healthy eating
Get ready to spice up your kitchen skills and embrace a healthier lifestyle with free family cookery classes in the school summer holidays.
Introductions from the new Secretary of State for Education
First Intuition Director, Gareth John, was invited to represent the IoD Education Group at a Ministerial Reception last night at the Department for Education
Young entrepreneurs empowered to become successful market traders
Young entrepreneurs are being supported to bring their business ideas to life in the Youth Enterprise Market Challenge.
Independent report analyses Council’s four-day week trial
An independent report by two universities - into South Cambridgeshire District Council’s performance during its four-day week trial - has been published.
IQGeo named Company of Year by the Small Cap Network
Cambridge, 15 June 2024 - IQGeo (AIM: IQG), a developer of geospatial software that is “Building better networks” for telecom and utility operators, today announced that it was given the accolade of “
It's time for bold action: Government must create a coherent national industrial strategy to make the UK a science and technology superpower
In the run-up to the UK General Election, Cambridge Future Tech’s CEO has written to party leaders to urge them to seize the opportunity to reshape the UK tech landscape with a coherent industrial strategy as part of their election promise. The top five actions CFT has called for are summarised below.
Council asks how the Corn Exchange, Guildhall, Market Square and surrounding public spaces could be improved
Cambridge City Council launches its Civic Quarter engagement programme this week to find out what changes local residents, businesses, shoppers and visitors to Cambridge would like to see at the Corn Exchange, Guildhall, Market Square and surrounding public spaces.
Under 25s can now apply for ‘Tiger’ pass offering bus fares for just £1
Under 25s in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough can now apply for a special ‘Tiger’ bus pass offering £1 fares as part of the Combined Authority’s work to revamp public transport in the region.
Council launches new Rail and Ale Trail around South Cambridgeshire
A Rail and Ale trail - which puts a spotlight on using local trains and the walks you can take to the village pubs in South Cambridgeshire - has been published by the District Council alongside the Meldreth, Shepreth and Foxton Community Rail Partnership.
Two village halls receive grants from the District Council
Two village halls will receive funding for improvements thanks to Community Chest grants from the District Council.