Solar power switch-on at Riverside Leisure Centre marks major green milestone
A major new solar installation at Riverside Leisure Centre is now live, delivering renewable energy to one of the city’s busiest public facilities and marking a huge step towards a greener Norwich.
Published on Thursday, 5th June 2025 in Sport and leisure-
Ambitious 10-year vision for parks and green spaces unveiled
A bold new strategy to shape the future of the city’s parks and green spaces for the next decade has been officially adopted by Norwich City Council.
Published on Thursday, 5th June 2025 in Parks -
Help shape future of Norwich’s magical medieval market
Residents have been urged by the city council to help shape the future of Norwich Market today.
Published on Thursday, 29th May 2025 in Norwich Market -
Artist's impressions on new look Sloughbottom Park released
Artist's impressions on the Sloughbottom Park revamp including refurbished pavilion, a new sports hub and new all-weather pitch, and a new play park area, have been released by Norwich Council.
Published on Tuesday, 27th May 2025 in Environmental issues -
New Lord Mayor and Sheriff of Norwich appointed at full council meeting
A new Lord Mayor and Sheriff of Norwich have officially taken up their ceremonial roles following a full council meeting at City Hall on Tuesday 20 May.
Published on Thursday, 22nd May 2025 in Lord Mayor and Sheriff -
Council leader announces fresh cabinet re-shuffle
Leader of Norwich City Council, Councillor Mike Stonard announced a fresh re-shuffle of the authority’s cabinet at this afternoon’s full council meeting.
Published on Tuesday, 20th May 2025 in Councillors and decision making -
More than 100 garages now available to rent for storage or parking
For the first time, our garages can now officially be used for general storage as well as for parking vehicles, and there are currently 169 available.
Published on Friday, 16th May 2025 in Parking -
Drone technology creates a real buzz across the city
Flying high across the city’s rooftops and chimney pots, drones have been used as a creative way to check out the condition of residents’ roofs.
Published on Thursday, 15th May 2025 in Housing -
Planning application for St Saviours Yard submitted
Plans to introduce a ‘meanwhile shopping space’ at Anglia Square have been submitted to Norwich City Council as part of the authority’s wider drive to redevelop the site.
Published on Thursday, 15th May 2025 in Planning -
Norwich cultural partnership launches Entertainment, Arts and Culture Survey
"What does culture mean to you?" is the question being asked of residents, as part of a survey on the activities and venues available in the city.
Published on Wednesday, 14th May 2025 in Events, tourism and culture -
Smarter bins and cleaner streets because we Love Norwich
As part of the Love Norwich initiative more than 72 bins have been replaced, refurbished or newly installed across Norwich city centre.
Published on Friday, 9th May 2025 in Bins and recycling -
Joint statement - response to the interim proposals for Local Government Reorganisation, Norfolk
The Government has responded to our joint proposal for the reorganisation of local government in Norfolk, which we will now examine in detail over the coming days.
Published on Wednesday, 7th May 2025 in Our policies, plans and strategies -
National Lottery funding set to future-proof Norwich’s historic parks
Norwich’s most historic parks and open spaces are set to benefit from a significant £216,000 grant from The National Lottery Heritage Fund.
Published on Tuesday, 6th May 2025 in Sport, parks, open spaces and culture -
Japanese expert in hoarding visits Norwich to share global insights
Professor Aso, a former nurse in Japan and now an academic specialising in the study of hoarding, was aware of the good work taking place in Norwich to support residents affected by hoarding.
Published on Thursday, 17th April 2025 in Housing -
Dozens of affordable homes in Norwich move a step closer to reality
The creation of 67 new affordable homes for Norwich took a step forward after more detailed plans for the development emerged last night.
Published on Thursday, 3rd April 2025 in Housing -
Final call to residents to register to vote
A final call has made to residents in Bowthorpe, Sewell and Mancroft to register to vote before the 11:59pm deadline tonight (Friday 11 April) ahead of four council by-elections on Thursday 1 May.
Published on Friday, 11th April 2025 in Elections -
Eaton Park kicks off a new era
More football teams will be able to enjoy playing the beautiful game at Eaton Park, thanks to a transformative project to make the changing rooms more accessible, sustainable, and inclusive.
Published on Wednesday, 2nd April 2025 in Sports, parks and leisure -
Have your say on student accommodation
City residents are being asked to have their say on student accommodation in Norwich.
Published on Tuesday, 1st April 2025 in Planning -
New strategy paves the way for a greener, more connected Greater Norwich
The Greater Norwich Growth Board (GNGB), a unique partnership of Norfolk County Council, Norwich City Council, South Norfolk District Council, and Broadland District Council, today announced the appro
Published on Tuesday, 1st April 2025 in Environmental issues -
Norwich secures £750,000 funding boost to empower local communities
A major funding boost is coming to Norwich, with £750,000 set to strengthen community initiatives, improve housing stability, and enhance street cleanliness across the city.
Published on Friday, 28th March 2025 in Community activity funding -
People set to benefit from almost £17 million in energy efficiency upgrades
Norwich residents living in energy-inefficient homes are set to benefit from nearly £17 million in new government funding awarded to the city council.
Published on Friday, 21st March 2025 in Energy, climate and biodiversity -
A new Greater Norwich Council gets official endorsement as one of Norfolk's three unitary councils
Local residents will soon be invited to give their views on proposals being submitted to Government to create three new unitary councils to cover Norfolk.
Published on Thursday, 20th March 2025 in Councillors and decision making -
New report uncovers further evidence for a Greater Norwich Unitary Council
A compelling case for creating a new Greater Norwich Council has been set out as part of the biggest overhaul of local government in half a century.
Published on Tuesday, 18th March 2025 in About your council -
Norwich City Council publishes latest workforce pay gap report
Norwich City Council has reduced its gender pay gap to the lowest level since statutory reporting began, according to the latest Gender, Ethnicity, and Disability Pay Gap Report.
Published on Monday, 17th March 2025 in About your council -
Constructive and positive meeting with market traders
A design workshop was held last night (11 March) at City Hall as part of the council’s commitment to put traders front and centre of the consultation on the future of Norwich Market.
Published on Wednesday, 12th March 2025 in Events, tourism and culture -
Transforming Norfolk: the case for a three-unitary solution for our county
Strong endorsement for a three-unitary proposal will be sought from city councillors next week.
Published on Tuesday, 11th March 2025 in About your council -
Working in partnership to support young people in housing need
Norwich City Council is proud to announce the successful launch of an innovative new project aimed at supporting young people in housing need.
Published on Wednesday, 5th March 2025 in Housing -
Traders are ‘front and centre’ of Market consultation
Traders have been reassured they are at the front and centre of the council’s consultation on the future of Norwich Market.
Published on Wednesday, 5th March 2025 in Events, tourism and culture -
Rough sleeping figures rise but remain in line with national trends
The latest annual rough sleeper snapshot survey recorded 12 people sleeping rough in Norwich on a single night.
Published on Monday, 3rd March 2025 in Housing -
Be a part of Norwich’s biggest summer celebration – Lord Mayor’s Weekend 2025
Pack your picnic blankets, grab your sunglasses, and get ready for a blooming brilliant weekend as the Lord Mayor’s Weekend transforms Norwich city centre from Friday 11 to Sunday 13 July 2025!
Published on Friday, 28th February 2025 in Events, tourism and culture
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