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New team and £9m cash pot to tackle mould in Nottingham amid new law
It comes following the death of two-year-old Awaab Ishak, who died from a respiratory condition caused by prolonged exposure to mould
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From 'neglect' to kindness - Nottinghamshire care home lifted out of special measures
'Significant improvements' were found by inspectors
City official gives assurance homelessness 'will get better' despite Lister Gate challenges
The Labour-led authority aims to reduce the number of rough sleepers identified in monthly counts to single figures by 2028
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Nottingham selected as one of first eight areas for new national Young Futures Hub
Nottingham has been chosen as one of just eight pilot areas in England to deliver a major new Government initiative that will transform support for young people across the city. The new Young Futures Hub, part of the Government’s National Youth Strategy announced today, will bring together yo...
Nottingham named as one of the top local authorities for walking and cycling infrastructure
Nottingham City Council has been ranked as one the highest performing local authorities in a Government review of active travel infrastructure and support. Active Travel England – the government’s executive agency tasked with making walking, wheeling and cycling the preferred choice for everyday...
Parents' shock after 'long-term' closure of Ruddington school announced
Significant structural issues have been found with the building
'Jealous' man guilty of murdering mum and three children in house fire
Sharaz Ali, 40, was 'fuelled by drink and drugs' when he set fire to the house, killing Bryonie Gawith and her three children
Drunk arsonists targeted cafe owned by woman whose granddaughter died in caravan fire
Donna Broadley was on holiday when she received messages about the blaze
Potential key witness to Marley Gascoine stabbing sought by police
The person is not being treated as a suspect but police say they would 'really like' to speak with them
High Street fashion store to close 33 stores by January 2026
The popular clothing store has announced it will be closing 33 stores by the end of January 2026 as part of a High Court-approved restructuring plan, with 122 stores unaffected
Reform's £16k Union Jacks in Nottinghamshire could be replaced with advertisements
The 164 flag banners will be used as 'advertising spaces' and will be paid for by 'businesses and partners'
Nostradamus's chilling 2026 predictions include war and rise of powerful figures
The 16th-century astrologer is said to have foreseen political upheaval and East-West conflict in 2026, but also hints at rebirth
'Deviant' targeted young boys in Nottingham park and sexually assaulted them
Attacker Dawajan Ahmadzai has been jailed for three years
'My daughter said A&E was a waste of time - hours later, she was dead'
Tanya McCartney died after complaining of a high temperature, shortness of breath and a painful throat
Marcus Garvey Centre left in limbo as it waits for decision that could save it
The centre serves as a community hub as well as an events venue and daycare centre
Christmas parcel warning for anyone agreeing to take deliveries for a neighbour
Parcel experts warn that accepting Christmas packages for neighbours could spark complications if items arrive damaged or go missing
Scarlet fever warning as health bosses issue advice to parents over symptoms
Parents urged to contact GP if children show signs of scarlet fever as UK Health Security Agency issues warning about the contagious illness common in young children
Brits could 'retire today' if they find penny coin worth £127,000
An expert has revealed that a rare penny coin could be worth as much as £127,000 - and there are only an estimated six or seven in existence
Met Office white Christmas verdict as UK temperatures soar above 14C
The Met Office says a white Christmas is now unlikely as temperatures remain above average throughout December
43 fall ill after Welsh pub Sunday lunch as officials confirm outbreak
Public Health Wales said it had received 43 reports of illness in people who ate food prepared at the premises but added that the "risk to the public is low"