Nottinghamshire County Council

05/11/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Inspire!

We were delighted to attend the Inspire Nottinghamshire Libraries 10th birthday celebration event at Beeston Library yesterday, marking a decade of services to communities across the county.

The event was presented by journalist and broadcaster Geeta Pendse and featured performances from Roundhill Primary School choir and the Inspire Broxtowe Swing Band.

Over the past decade, Inspire has grown into a dynamic, creative, and inclusive organisation that makes a real difference. From libraries and learning, to culture, music, and heritage, Inspire has helped people read, learn, create, and connect in ways that enrich lives.

Some of Inspire’s amazing achievements over the last 10 years include:
🔸 19 million library visits
🔹 133,000 events delivered in libraries
🔸 24 libraries refurbished
🔹 Library Development Framework accreditation from Arts Council England in 2026
🔸 400+ volunteers who have supported communities through Community Makers
🔹 87,000 adult learners supported and recognised with two ‘Good’ Ofsted ratings
🔸 2,700 Inspire College students with English and maths resit results consistently above the national average
🔹 128,000 pupils have taken part in singing activity with Inspire Music
🔸 104,000 archives viewed at Nottinghamshire Archives

05/11/2026

🏆Proud to Care Awards at Goosedale in Nottingham

On Friday 9 October, more than 320 people who work in social care, their family members, friends and supporters all came together to celebrate the very best of adult social care across Nottingham and Nottinghamshire.

We received an incredible 703 nominations across 12 award categories whose stories showcased the compassion, dedication and innovation within our care sector.

⭐Congratulations to the winner of the Excellence in Dementia Care Award, Tina Singlehurst from Tu Vida, and to the finalists Lily Manders from Ruddington Manor Care Home and Rachael Hornby from Beech Court Care Home.

Many thanks to Stephen Dillon - Mansfield Mortgages and Protection who sponsored this award and to Our Dementia Choir with Vicky McClure who judged this category.

05/11/2026

💡 Find out more about working in children's residential care

Not sure whether residential childcare is right for you? Join one of East Midlands Children's Residential Workforce drop in sessions to ask questions and find out more about the role, the people, and what you can expect.

Upcoming session dates:
➡️ Monday 9 November, 11am to 1pm and 5pm to 7pm
➡️ Tuesday 10 November, 4pm to 6pm
➡️ Wednesday 11 November, 12pm to 2pm and 6pm to 8pm
➡️ Tuesday 17 November, 12pm to 2pm

Find out more and view opportunities in Nottinghamshire's children's homes via the links in the comments 👇

05/11/2026

🏅 We're delighted to have received Gold standard once again under the UNICEF Baby Friendly Initiative.

This is an internationally-recognised quality standard for infant feeding and support from health and public sector organisations.

We thank all of our breastfeeding peer support volunteers, like Hannah, who has run a Family Hub BABES group for ten years.

Councillor Rory Green, Cabinet Member for Children and Families visited our Manton Family Hub to thank Hannah along with volunteers and staff for the incredible job they do and for achieving Gold once again.

Find out more about our BABES groups and read more about the award in the comments ⤵️

05/11/2026

👶 is coming! From 14 to 20 November, there will be lots of events and activities taking place across the county for expectant parents, parents and carers, babies, toddlers, and professionals working in maternity and early years services. Check out this Nottinghamshire Families Information Service post to find out more 👇

Baby Week 2026
Are you expecting or do you have a child under 5?

Nottinghamshire is very excited to be taking part in national Baby Week for our fourth year. Saturday 14 November until Friday 20 November.

Join Home-Start Mansfield for a FREE celebration Baby Roadshow event on Friday 20th November.

To find out what events are happening during Baby Week, please visit:
https://babyweek.co.uk/nottinghamshire/

04/11/2026

🚦 Crossing improvements on Radcliffe Road have the green light!

If you travel along Radcliffe Road, you will see our teams on site over the next few weeks making improvements to the toucan crossing on Radcliffe Road/Cyril Road.

These works include widening the crossing for pedestrians and cyclists and installing new pedestrian detection so that crossing times will adapt to the speed of those crossing.

🚦 Temporary two-way traffic lights will be in place between 9:30am and 3:30pm while the works take place.

⏰ We're carrying out the works during off-peak hours to reduce disruption as much as possible.

🚶 A temporary diversion route for pedestrians will be in place.

🗓️ We're carrying out the works in two phases with the first finishing on 4 December to reduce the impact on traffic over Christmas.

✅ Phase two of the works will begin on site on 4 January 2027.

👛 These works have been funded by My Nottingham's Transforming Cities Fund allocation and form part of a wider scheme which also includes the new Waterside Bridge.

Find out more using the link in the comments 👇

04/11/2026

🎇 Your guide to a safer Bonfire Night 🎇

The safest way to enjoy fireworks is to go to an organised professional bonfire and fireworks event, however if you're planning a firework display at home for , here's what you need to know to keep everyone, including our furry friends, safe!

🏡 SPACE - Before buying fireworks, check you have enough space in your garden to use them. You can find the category of the firework and the safety distance for spectators on the firework box. Never light fireworks in your hand and do not let fireworks off in a public place.

✅ CHECK - Make sure you buy fireworks from a reputable retailer, both in-store and online. Do not buy fireworks from unknown retailers on social media sites. Don’t forget, it’s illegal to buy or carry fireworks if you’re under 18. Getting caught could lead to a criminal record.

🔓 STORE - Store fireworks in their original packaging. Lock them away, out of reach of children and animals. Keep fireworks dry and away from sources of heat or ignition.

⏰ TIMES - Remember that the cut-off for fireworks on Bonfire Night is midnight.

👀 READ - Make sure you read ALL the instructions on the box before lighting any fireworks. The packaging will tell you important information such as how far away people need to stand once the firework is lit. If you don’t understand the instructions and warnings, don't set off the fireworks. And don’t forget to check for the UKCA or CE mark on the packaging.

👨 NEIGHBOURS - Tell your neighbours that you'll be having a firework display so they can make any arrangements for pets or family members who find them distressing.

🐾 PETS - Keep all cats and dogs inside and give outdoor pets extra bedding so they can burrow in.

‼️ DISPOSAL - Ensure that fireworks are out, soak them in water overnight, then put them in a rubbish bag and in the bin.

04/11/2026

♻️ Good news. Our recycling centres are accepting small domestic appliances again. This includes:

✅ Kitchen appliances
✅ Personal care and grooming appliances
✅ Household and cleaning appliances
✅ DIY and garden appliances
✅ Technology and entertainment items

Thank you for your patience while we worked to resolve the issue 🫶

03/11/2026

🌳 There's still time to have your say! 🌳

There is less than a week remaining to share your views as part of our scoping consultation for Nottinghamshire’s new Minerals Local Plan 2045.

We want to hear from residents, businesses, community groups and other organisations about the key issues and priorities the new plan should address as we look ahead to the future of mineral development across our county.

Minerals are essential to everyday life, providing materials for homes, roads, businesses and infrastructure – but it is vital that future development is carefully planned, taking account of our environment, biodiversity and local communities.

We’re also seeking feedback on supporting documents covering future mineral needs, community engagement, site selection and environmental assessment.

Thank you to everyone who has already taken part.

If you haven’t yet had your say, there’s still time to help shape the plan from the very beginning.

⏰ The consultation closes at 5pm on Monday 9 November 2026.

👉 Find out more, view the consultation documents and submit your comments through our online portal - which you can find via the link in the comments below.

You can also email your response to [email protected].

Your views will help shape the next stage of work on the plan and how future mineral development is planned across Nottinghamshire.

My Nottingham

03/11/2026

🎄 Everyone is talking about the John Lewis Christmas advert

Our advice may not be fronted by an Oscar nominated actress, but we certainly know a thing or two about Christmas shopping, especially when it comes to shopping for toys!

Every year we tell you the importance of safety when it comes to shopping for toys, and this year is no different:

✅ Know who you are buying from: Make sure to buy from reputable sellers. Is the seller recognised for selling safe and reliable toys?

👀 Research: Watch out for fake toys when shopping online. Compare the price with other online sellers and remember, if it’s a fraction of the cost, it’s likely to be counterfeit.

✅ Make second hand safe: If you're buying something second hand this Christmas, check for missing parts, damage or safety warnings. Check for product recalls.

⚠️ Safety markings: Always look for the CE or UKCA markings on toys.

❗ Check labels: It’s also important to be age aware. Certain toys must be clearly marked with age restrictions so check these and make sure they are suitable for the age of the child that will be playing with them.

⚠️ Small parts: Be aware of toys with small parts as these could come detached and be a choking hazard.

Find out more using the link in the comments.