City council’s chief executive to take up new role
Stephen Evans, the city council’s chief executive since January 2020, is set to become the chief executive of Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead (RBWM) Council.
Published on Thursday, 19th January 2023 in Senior Leadership Team and council directorate structure-
Holocaust Memorial Day commemorations
Friday 27 January 2023 is Holocaust Memorial Day. There are a number of ways you may wish to mark this important anniversary.
Published on Wednesday, 18th January 2023 in Events, tourism and culture -
Riverside path to close for tree maintenance work
Teams from Norwich City Council will be carrying out essential maintenance work to willow trees on the banks of the River Wensum next week.
Published on Thursday, 12th January 2023 in Tree works and preservation -
New year makeover for city park playground
The play area at Wensum Park is getting a new look for the new year.
Published on Tuesday, 10th January 2023 in Sports, parks and leisure -
Positive picture for retail in Norwich, as it betters national trend
Shops in Norwich have outperformed the national picture on the high street, with footfall up and shop vacancy rates down, despite difficult trading conditions.
Published on Friday, 23rd December 2022 in Local business -
Businesses play their part to help keep the city clean
Businesses in the centre of Norwich have been playing their part in a new campaign to help keep the city clean.
Published on Tuesday, 20th December 2022 in Love Norwich -
Christmas and New Year closure information
The city council’s main offices and phone lines will be closed from 4pm on Friday 23 December and will reopen at 9am on Tuesday 3 January 2023.
Published on Monday, 19th December 2022 in Contact us -
City council seeking views on budget plans and council services
Starting from today (15 December) we’re inviting feedback on one of the most important annual surveys we do – our budget consultation.
Published on Thursday, 15th December 2022 in About your council -
New social homes transform derelict site
Families are settling into eco-friendly new homes now standing on the site of the former Kings Arms public house in Mile Cross.
Published on Friday, 9th December 2022 in Housing -
New accessible toilets for The Forum thanks to funding secured by the city council
City centre landmark The Forum will be installing new modern accessible toilet facilities, following a successful bid for government funding by Norwich City Council.
Published on Thursday, 8th December 2022 in Other -
Support for people sleeping rough over winter
Additional shelter for anyone sleeping rough in Norwich is being provided every night throughout winter, building on the success of the city’s approach in previous years.
Published on Wednesday, 7th December 2022 in Rough sleeping -
Hay Hill plans unveiled following consultation
Latest plans have been revealed for the transformation of Hay Hill following an extensive public and stakeholder consultation.
Published on Tuesday, 6th December 2022 in Town Deal news -
Climate change mural unveiled at Norwich City Hall in historic year for Climatic Research Unit
On the 50th anniversary year of the UEA’s Climatic Research Unit (CRU), the impact of climate change both locally and worldwide has been brought into unique focus by a mural unveiled at City Hall.
Published on Friday, 25th November 2022 in Energy, climate and biodiversity -
Public consultation over proposed charges for parking in Eaton Park
Norwich City Council is starting a public consultation today (Friday 25 November) on the introduction of car parking charges at Eaton Park.
Published on Friday, 25th November 2022 in Parking -
St Martins awarded city honour for its services to homeless people
St Martins Housing Trust has been given Honorary Freedom of the City of Norwich, following more than 50 years’ service and support to people facing homelessness.
Published on Tuesday, 22nd November 2022 in About your council -
Love Norwich - city council launches new clean-up campaign
Norwich City Council is launching a new campaign to crack down on environmental crime and clean up the city - and is asking everyone to help by playing their part.
Published on Wednesday, 16th November 2022 in Love Norwich -
Council publishes ambitious proposals to boost Norwich’s biodiversity
Norwich City Council has set out bold new proposals to improve biodiversity, outlining how ambitious targets to help nature thrive will be achieved over the next decade.
Published on Monday, 14th November 2022 in Energy, climate and biodiversity -
Living Wage Week 2022: why a fair wage matters this year more than ever
Ahead of Living Wage Week (14 to 20 November), Norwich employers and employees are sharing their stories and explaining why a real Living Wage matters more than ever during the cost-of-living crisis.
Published on Friday, 11th November 2022 in Benefits and support -
Council sets out plan to tackle fuel poverty – with millions of pounds available for energy efficiency improvements
Norwich residents are being encouraged to apply for funding for energy efficiency improvements ahead of this winter, as a new strategy to tackle fuel poverty is agreed.
Published on Wednesday, 9th November 2022 in Energy, climate and biodiversity -
Norwich Market at Christmas
This festive period, you don’t need to look any further than Norwich Market for the perfect Christmas – from gifts to lunch on the big day, and there’ll be little activities for children too.
Published on Tuesday, 8th November 2022 in Local business -
Remembrance commemorations in Norwich
The city will come together this Sunday 13 November to honour those who have made sacrifices in times of conflict past and present.
Published on Monday, 7th November 2022 in Events, tourism and culture -
Festive fun revealed for this year’s Christmas Switch On
Luminous ballerinas, Goldilocks and a singing pantomime fairy will join local talent at this year’s Christmas Switch On in Norwich.
Published on Friday, 4th November 2022 in Events listings -
Lord Mayor of Norwich launches poetry competition
Budding poets of all ages are invited to take part in the Lord Mayor’s first ever poetry competition on the theme of the River Wensum.
Published on Tuesday, 1st November 2022 in Lord Mayor -
New parking charges start in Norwich
Following a five-year price freeze, Norwich City Council is introducing new car park charges in all council-owned car parks from tomorrow (27 October 2022).
Published on Wednesday, 26th October 2022 in Car parks -
Extra help with fuel bills for Norwich residents with prepayment meters
Norwich City Council is urging residents on prepayment meters to apply now to get extra help with their bills.
Published on Friday, 21st October 2022 in Benefits and support -
City council’s leader and deputy leader to stand down at next local election
Alan Waters, leader of the city council, and his deputy leader, Gail Harris, have confirmed today that they won't be standing for election next May at the end of their four-year term of office.
Published on Friday, 21st October 2022 in About your council -
Grants awarded to improve wellbeing and tackle health inequalities in Norwich
Addressing poor health and wellbeing has been at the heart of a number of Norwich-based initiatives which have benefitted from a cash boost of almost £350,000.
Published on Monday, 17th October 2022 in Communities and neighbourhoods -
Christmas Switch On return will bring festive cheer to the city
Free, festive fun for the whole family will get the most wonderful time of the year underway when the city is illuminated with Christmas lights on Thursday 17 November.
Published on Friday, 14th October 2022 in Events, tourism and culture -
The ultimate guide to working in Norwich
Norwich Business Improvement District (BID) has launched its latest campaign, Work in Norwich (WiN), one of eight projects delivered through our Town Deal programme.
Published on Friday, 7th October 2022 in Norwich Town Deal -
Celebrating Black History Month in Norfolk
A host of events and activities celebrating the achievements and contributions of black people throughout history are taking place throughout October as part of Norfolk Black History Month.
Published on Friday, 30th September 2022 in Equality and diversity
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