Councils trial plant-powered bin lorries in latest step towards decarbonisation
A trial to power eight of South Cambridgeshire and Cambridge City’s bin lorries using biofuels has taken place – cutting their net carbon emissions by 90%.
Help shape Northstowe’s Employment Zone
Businesses are being invited to have their say in shaping the future of the employment zone in Northstowe, in a six-week online survey.
Trial of four-day working week confirmed
A three-month trial of a four-day week for desk-based staff at South Cambridgeshire District Council will begin in January – with further trials involving bin crews to follow if it’s successful.
Successful Papworth Everard cheese business survives the pandemic thanks to South Cambridgeshire District Council
A Papworth Everard-based cheese connoisseur praises South Cambridgeshire District Council for helping their company survive the pandemic and encouraged other local businesses who need support to get in touch.
Local children send powerful messages of kindness and hope on Ukraine Independence Day
Primary school children sent messages of kindness and hope on Ukraine Independence Day, on Weds August 24, as part of a campaign by South Cambridgeshire District Council to #StandForFreedom.
District Councils’ Network calls for action to ensure sustainability of support for Ukrainians
New analysis has revealed the vital role councils in shire England are playing in offering essential support to Ukrainian refugee families.
New pink collection banks for small electricals in Cambridge and South Cambridgeshire
Recycling small electricals like toasters, phones and hairdryers is now easier for Cambridge and South Cambridgeshire residents, after local councils installed more drop-off points.
Zero Carbon Communities grant funds 12 South Cambridgeshire groups as part of the District Council’s green vision
Twelve exciting community projects in South Cambridgeshire, aimed at reducing carbon emissions and engaging communities on climate change, are set to receive grant funding totaling £120,544 from the District Council.
Third supplier joins Council’s ‘free bikes for Ukrainians’ initiative
A popular free bike scheme to help Ukrainian guests who have fled the war-torn country settle into life in South Cambridgeshire is being expanded – with more donations of bicycles needed.
Council confirms plans to help fund Northstowe community facilities
More than £14.8 million in funding, to secure high-quality community facilities for Northstowe residents, has been confirmed by South Cambridgeshire District Council.
Ukranian families will be encouraged to integrate into community life thanks to South Cambridgeshire District Council grants
Ukranian families are to be given help to integrate into community life thanks to a new grant scheme launched by South Cambridgeshire District Council.
Grants helping South Cambs projects to improve health and wellbeing for young people
Several innovative South Cambridgeshire youth projects which received council funding are encouraging young people into outdoor activities as a way of improving their mental and physical wellbeing and health.
Greater Cambridge’s second electric bin lorry arrives as zero carbon fleet drive continues
The second fully electric bin lorry to collect waste from residents in Cambridge and South Cambridgeshire has arrived, as local councils continue their fleet decarbonisation drive.
Frontline service success thanks to local residents and businesses
People across South Cambridgeshire have been thanked for their ongoing support for vital public services like social care and police after the District Council was named second in the country for Council Tax collection across England.
People power is celebrated at the official opening of Gamlingay Gym
The success story of a community pulling together to ensure their village fitness facility remains open has been celebrated at the official opening of Gamlingay Gym.
South Cambridgeshire District Council is a finalist in prestigious climate award
South Cambridgeshire District Council’s work to tackle climate change locally has been highlighted at a prestigious national awards ceremony.
Thousands of comments published following Greater Cambridge Local Plan consultation
More than 9,000 comments received as part of last year’s consultation into the First Proposals for the new Greater Cambridge Local Plan have been published.
Council proposes funds for Northstowe community facilities
More than £12.8 million in funding, to secure high-quality community facilities for Northstowe residents, is being proposed by South Cambridgeshire District Council.
Planning system helps fund GP surgery expansion
Nearly £90,000, secured from developers by South Cambridgeshire District Council, has been passed to the NHS to help fund an expansion of a GP surgery.
Council invests in Northstowe to provide community facilities
Two homes and a sales office at Northstowe are being purchased by South Cambridgeshire District Council – which plans to modify them for use by community groups.
Council launches online toolkit to help local villages and towns set up markets
Developing a network of markets for shoppers in South Cambridgeshire, whilst supporting local businesses and ensuring a rich and more diverse choice of products is more widely available, has taken a step forward with the launch of two directories by the District Council.
New Council Cabinet and appointments confirmed
The Councillors who will be on South Cambridgeshire District Council’s Cabinet have been confirmed at the Annual Council Meeting held on Thursday 26 May 2022 at South Cambridgeshire Hall in Cambourne.
Council and charities provide bicycles for Ukrainian guests
People who have fled Ukraine and arrived in South Cambridgeshire can now request a free bike as part of a District Council initiative with local charities.
Partnership secures future of Gamlingay gym
Gamlingay’s community gym at the village primary school will re-open on Monday 27 June after residents stepped-in and set up a new charity to keep it running.
Local community rail group joins national campaign encouraging people to ‘give the train a try’ for a healthier, greener future
The Meldreth, Shepreth and Foxton Community Rail Partnership will join 74 community rail partnerships and 1,200 station volunteer friends groups across Britain for next week’s Community Rail Week 2022 to encourage people to 'give the train a try'.