Further South Cambridgeshire homes to be offered to refugee families
Up to 12 refugee families - around 48 individuals - from war-torn countries will be offered homes in South Cambridgeshire in a three-year plan agreed by the District Council.
Support for shops hoping to extend opening hours
South Cambridgeshire Councillors have responded to the Government’s temporary relaxation of retail opening hours to offer support to local businesses hoping to extend their opening hours during December and January.
Customer-facing businesses urged to join new South Cambs ‘Shop local’ directory
The Council is urging all customer-facing businesses in South Cambridgeshire to submit details about safety measures they are taking to adapt during the pandemic – such as click and collect facilities, local deliveries, or new outdoor seating areas – to contribute to a directory that makes it easier for residents to support local businesses this Christmas.
Seven new Warden schemes launch as funding for 2021-2024 announced
Seven new Mobile/Community Warden schemes covering 20 villages have launched in South Cambridgeshire this month, with wardens visiting older people in their homes. Meanwhile, an increase in funding for the schemes for 2021-2024 has been announced by the Council.
Enter the Cambridge Design and Construction Awards
The Cambridge Design and Construction Awards are open for entries.
New South Cambridgeshire parish to be created to govern Northstowe
Northstowe – the South Cambridgeshire development which when complete will have around 10,200 homes and 26,200 residents – is to be governed by a newly created Northstowe Town Council.
Financial help for South Cambs businesses hit by current lockdown
South Cambridgeshire businesses that were forced to close their doors during this month’s national lockdown can now apply for new Government grants that are being distributed by the District Council.
Greater Cambridge Planning Service publishes initial findings on key topics for the joint Local Plan
The Greater Cambridge Shared Planning Service has published a range of research developed as part of an important stage of work on the new Greater Cambridge Local Plan. This includes new baseline data about the Greater Cambridge area, insights into the amount of development that may be required in the future, and expert assessments about the pros and cons of different approaches to planning for…
Funding means vital meals scheme can continue to provide lifeline for vulnerable for next six months
A vital scheme organised by volunteers with the help of South Cambridgeshire District Council to provide nutritious meals to vulnerable residents during the Coronavirus pandemic is set to continue.
Councils take green drive onto the streets with arrival of first all-electric bin lorry
Bin collections in South Cambridgeshire and Cambridge City are going state-of-the-art green as the two Councils covering the area take delivery of their very first all-electric bin lorry.
Comment on proposed changes to Social Housing allocation policy
A consultation has begun into proposals to make minor changes to how Council and Housing Association homes across the County are allocated. This follows a detailed review of South Cambridgeshire District Council’s Lettings Policy.
Council’s £50,000 fund will support communities to move quickly to help during an outbreak
South Cambridgeshire’s parish councils and community groups can now request additional grant funding from the District Council – to help them respond rapidly if there is a Coronavirus outbreak in their village.
New homes by Christmas beckon for South Cambs tenants
Nine new top quality, energy-efficient council homes at Foxton, which are the latest in a rolling programme of new homes, will see tenants moving into their South Cambridgeshire District Council properties in time for Christmas.
Oxford to Cambridge Arc: a global asset and national investment priority
The Oxford to Cambridge Arc, which the Chancellor of the Exchequer described as a “key economic priority” for the country, has unveiled its bold vision in a prospectus that has been submitted to Government. The Arc’s ambition is to unlock the potential of its assets to create a world-leading innovation economy.
Investment partnerships formed
Two investment partnerships have been formed that will see up to £340 million invested to support the local recovery, through regeneration and development.
Love food, hate waste
People across the UK wasted a third less food than normal during lockdown – and Greater Cambridge residents are being urged to keep up these efforts as part of a new campaign. Local councils and the food partnership organisation Cambridge Sustainable Food have teamed up in the fight against food waste.
Council backs Local Electricity Bill
A Local Electricity Bill which would let community, green energy generation schemes sell energy to residents has received the backing of South Cambridgeshire District Council.
South Cambs Hall to close to the public
The Cambourne offices of South Cambridgeshire District Council will close to the public from Monday (28 September) to help minimise the spread of Coronavirus.
Financial boost for young people’s projects to help well-being
Innovative outdoor projects designed to improve mental and physical health and access to education for young people are under way in South Cambridgeshire and Cambridge, after a £44,000 funding boost.
Responses published to the emerging Local Plan ‘First Conversation’
Thousands of people engaged in the wide-ranging ‘First Conversation’ consultation that took place earlier this year, and the Greater Cambridge Shared Planning Service has today (16 September) published the 8,500 responses it received on how the new Local Plan should take shape.
‘Vital’ role of Council grants for voluntary groups highlighted
Council grants to South Cambridgeshire’s voluntary community groups, totalling more than £170,000 in the past year, have been described as ‘vital’ by recipients.
‘Lifeline’ meal schemes extended for vulnerable residents
‘Lifeline’ schemes that have delivered more than 2,200 meals to vulnerable residents in lockdown are being extended for two months in South Cambridgeshire, thanks to fresh funding.
Swift community action to help ‘amazing’ birds in South Cambs
A ‘save the swifts’ task force is spearheading a revival of the endangered bird in South Cambridgeshire – working closely with residents, community groups and the District Council.
Grow-your-own community flourishes at first Northstowe allotments
Residents are reaping the benefits of growing their own food at the very first allotments in Northstowe – and enjoying respite from lockdown.
Councils ask residents for their views on plans for a new low-carbon city district in north east Cambridge
Local Councils have drafted plans for a new city district in North East Cambridge – which could create 8,000 homes and provide space for 20,000 jobs over the next 20-plus years – and they now want to know what residents and businesses think of the draft plans.