local-government
Streets could become car-free
Residents in south Norwich can apply to shut their streets to allow their children to play outside safely after school.
Norwich City Council has welcomed the idea, agreeing to keep “red tape to a minimum” if any residents want to apply.
But the council will levy a fee for the closure.
Anger at packed public meeting
Local people turned out in force last night to hear about plans to develop Norwich’s former cricket ground.
The majority of residents feel there’s a “crying need” for the site to be retained as a green, open space for the community. Read More…
Anger at packed public meeting
Over 150 people turned out for a public meeting tonight, angry at plans to build housing on a green open space near their homes. Read More…
Petition for new playing fields
Over 400 local residents are lobbying for a local primary school to turn nearby land into playing fields.
A petition will be handed in to councillors in August. Read More…
Library opening times reduced
Opening hours of local libraries are to be reduced by an average of 10 per cent.
More than 8,000 people responded to the consultation. Read More…
City Hall goes solar
Solar panels are to be installed on the roof of City Hall.
This follows lobbying from Green Party councillors, who argued the large, flat roof was ideal. Read More…
More 50 ft phone masts planned
Local councillors are again encouraging people to object to 50ft phone masts in the community. Read More…
Sporting stars singled out
The winners of this year’s Norwich Sports Awards have been announced, including athletes and sporting stars from across south Norwich.
Avenue Junior School was named Sports School of the Year, while Norwich Parkrun won Club of the Year. Read More…
Get into the carnival spirit
There are just a few days left to enter this summer’s Lord Mayor’s Procession, in aid of the Big C.
This year the city council wants the event to be bigger and better than ever. Read More…
