Welcome back and keep staying safe
With government restrictions having eased further today (12 April) - marking the reopening of non-essential retail, leisure, personal care & holiday accommodation - Norwich says a big 'welcome back'.
Published on Monday, 12th April 2021 in Emergency planning-
Plans to create thousands of new homes and jobs in Norwich inch forward
Plans to transform the former industrial area of east Norwich into a highly sustainable quarter for the city have taken a step forward following the recent appointment of consultants, Avison Young.
Published on Thursday, 1st April 2021 in Planning -
Council to begin delivering environmental services to the city next week
Norwich City Council is set to begin delivering the city’s environmental services next week (from 1 April), after reaching the end of their previous contract.
Published on Thursday, 25th March 2021 in Environmental issues -
Public consultation to begin on dog fouling and alcohol control orders in Norwich
The public consultations on the proposed Public Spaces Protection Order’s for dog fouling and alcohol control in Norwich have opened and will run until Monday 5 April.
Published on Thursday, 25th March 2021 in Public health -
Norwich city centre chosen as key location to do business
Norwich city centre has been chosen by Aviva as the natural home for its Norwich operations as it relocates up to 1,500 colleagues from Broadland Business Park later this month.
Published on Wednesday, 24th March 2021 in Local business -
Prevention at the heart of Norfolk councils’ joint homelessness strategy
Covid-19 has left many people struggling financially, but three local councils are now better prepared to step in and help those who find themselves in housing need.
Published on Thursday, 18th March 2021 in Housing -
Go paperless with your council tax bill
A new service allows Norwich residents to opt for paperless billing and manage their council tax online.
Published on Thursday, 18th March 2021 in Council tax -
Residents benefit from safety funding
Norwich residents are benefitting from funding aimed at enhancing security and safety in the city.
Published on Friday, 12th March 2021 in Safer Neighbourhoods Initiative -
Getting cash support for your business easier than ever, and time is running out to apply
We've simplified the process for applying for Local Restriction Support Grants, so now it's easier to apply than ever. Be quick, though, as some close to new applications on Wednesday 31 March 2021.
Published on Friday, 12th March 2021 in Local business -
The Halls to get much needed revamp
Norwich city centre venue The Halls, will be getting a much-needed refurbishment this year, thanks to funding secured by the city council.
Published on Thursday, 11th March 2021 in Events, tourism and culture -
Report warns government not to take Norwich’s post-Covid economic recovery for granted
Centre for Cites think tank and the Fast Growth Cities have warned the government not to overlook the risk that Covid-19 could have on Norwich’s long term prosperity.
Published on Monday, 8th March 2021 in Local business -
Lord Mayor’s Celebration cancelled for 2021
One of the city’s best-loved events will sadly not take place this year.
Published on Monday, 8th March 2021 in Events, tourism and culture -
All you need to know about the local elections on 6 May
Three elections will be taking place in the city in May - giving residents the choice of their preferred method of voting and with arrangements in place to ensure they're as Covid-safe as possible.
Published on Friday, 5th March 2021 in Elections in 2021 -
Census 2021 to take place this month
All adults across the city will be asked to take part in Census 2021.
Published on Monday, 1st March 2021 in Other -
Statement from the council leader on government roadmap
Alan Waters, leader of the city council, said: “As with the rest of the country, I welcome the details of yesterday’s roadmap to pave the way ahead for the easing of lockdown.
Published on Tuesday, 23rd February 2021 in Coronavirus (COVID-19): latest information and advice -
Bedfords' licensing review outcome
On Wednesday 17 February 2021 the council’s licensing sub-committee revoked the premises license for Bedfords at 1 Old Post Office Yard, Norwich.
Published on Wednesday, 17th February 2021 in Licensing -
City Hall vandalism statement - updated
Vandalism incident at City Hall
Published on Tuesday, 16th February 2021 in About your council -
City Hall vandalism statement
Today, City Hall was subject to an act of vandalism.
Published on Monday, 15th February 2021 in About your council -
City council awarded around £1.5m to support net zero target
Norwich City Council has successfully bid for nearly £1.5m of additional government funding to support its award-winning carbon reduction programme.
Published on Friday, 12th February 2021 in Energy savings -
Norwich City Council unveils plans for £70m of investment in new budget proposals
Despite the extremely challenging financial position, Norwich City Council’s cabinet last night discussed proposals to invest close to £70m of capital investment in homes, skills and vital city infrastructure as part of its budget plans for the next financial year.
Published on Thursday, 11th February 2021 in About your council -
Commemorating the Holocaust
The city’s key civic institutions will commemorate Holocaust Memorial Day in a virtual ceremony on Wednesday, 27 January.
Published on Tuesday, 26th January 2021 in Lord Mayor and Sheriff -
Norwich City Council to roll out ambitious Covid tracing programme
An enhanced method of Covid contact tracing will be launched in Norwich this week.
Published on Monday, 25th January 2021 in Coronavirus (COVID-19): latest information and advice -
City Council moves a step closer to bringing environment services in house
At a cabinet meeting tonight, Norwich City Council is set to agree the details of arrangements for bringing environment services back under council control.
Published on Tuesday, 19th January 2021 in Environmental issues -
Statement on decision to revoke premises licence
At a meeting of the licensing sub-committee on Wednesday 13 January, there was a review of the premises licence for Three Diamonds in Upper St Giles Street.
Published on Thursday, 14th January 2021 in Licensing -
Plans to deliver thousands of homes and jobs in Norwich takes vital step forward
A key component to unlocking the potential for thousands of homes and jobs to be created in east Norwich is the newly agreed purchase of the Carrow House complex.
Published on Tuesday, 12th January 2021 in Planning -
New grant to support businesses affected by Tier 2 restrictions
A new grant has been launched today aimed at supporting Norwich businesses affected by the latest Tier 2 restrictions.
Published on Wednesday, 23rd December 2020 in Local business -
Norwich residents urged to share their views on council tax and budget
We would like residents views on our budget consultation which includes a proposed increase in council tax and outlines our plans on savings and income generation for the financial year 2021-22.
Published on Monday, 21st December 2020 in Consultations -
Latest business grant – the Christmas Support Payment – now open for applications
A further life-line is being offered to Norwich businesses as the Christmas Support Payment – a grant for pubs which predominantly serve alcohol – is launched.
Published on Friday, 18th December 2020 in Coronavirus (COVID-19): latest information and advice -
Christmas and New Year closure
The council's main offices and telephone lines will be closed from 4pm on Thursday 24 December and will reopen on Monday 4 January. However, we’re still available if you need us...
Published on Friday, 18th December 2020 in Contact us -
Working towards an inclusive and sustainable economy for Norwich
The city council and the University of East Anglia have joined forces to explore how Norwich can strive for an economy that benefits everyone equally.
Published on Monday, 7th December 2020 in Local business
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