MP praises groundwork of concrete innovators
On Friday 11 October 2024, Cambridge MP Daniel Zeichner got stuck in with some of the innovative, climate-friendly construction materials made at Biozeroc, a trailblazing company that is revolutionising the construction industry through sustainable, bacteria-based concrete technology.
£200,000 of grants will help rejuvenate high streets in South Cambridgeshire
A new £200,000 grant scheme is available to support projects that boost the heart of communities across South Cambridgeshire.
Council publishes feedback after asking what people want to see in a new Cambridge Civic Quarter
CAMBRIDGE City Council has published feedback received about the future of
Innovative bioscience and lifesaving research shine during Mayor's campus visit
Dr Nik Johnson, Mayor of Cambridgeshire and Peterborough, visited Cambridge Biomedical Campus to find out more about its contribution to the local economy and its role as the base for world-class healthcare, pioneering bioscience and innovation-led business growth.
South Cambridgeshire District Council is committed to ending violence against women and girls as a White Ribbon organisation
South Cambridgeshire District Council has become White Ribbon Accredited in recognition of its commitment to preventing harassment, abuse and violence against women and girls.
Bus franchising consultation reaches half way mark
The Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority’s bus franchising consultation is reaching its halfway mark.
Wake up and smell the coffee on Fairtrade, urges Cambridge MP
To mark Fairtrade Fortnight, Daniel Zeichner, Member of Parliament for Cambridge, visited Café Abantu on Friday 20 September 2024 to highlight its dedication to Fairtrade and sustainable practices.
Benefits of District Council’s cost-of-living support highlighted
The latest cost-of-living support that has benefited thousands of South Cambridgeshire residents has been outlined in a new District Council report.
KKR completes acquisition of geospatial software business IQGeo
London, 24 September 2024 – KKR, a leading global investment firm, announces the completion of its acquisition of IQGeo, a geospatial software developer headquartered in the U.K.
Grants boost community support in South Cambridgeshire
Art for mental health, domestic abuse support and a community transport charity are among groups sharing a grant funding pot of more than £180,000 from South Cambridgeshire District Council.
Council calls on employers to pledge support for digital badges in recruitment and retention
Cambridge City Council pledges to recognise digital badges in its recruitment and staff development processes, and is calling on local employers to pledge to do the same.
Council sets out proposed new approach to successfully deliver 10-year house-building programme for Cambridge
Cambridge City Council has published reports ahead of its Housing Scrutiny Committee on 17 September which set out a statement of intent to successfully deliver its proposed 10-year house-buildin
Combined Authority no longer under Best Value Notice as Government recognises improvement
A programme of improvement within the Combined Authority has been recognised by Government which has not renewed its Best Value Notice on the organisation.
Time to take cyber security seriously, says Zeichner
On 6 September 2024 at 12.00 noon, Daniel Zeichner, the MP for Cambridge, will call for Cambridge residents to get savvy on cyber security as he visits Cambridge Online, a charity focused on bridging the digital divide.
Cambridge MP gets kite project off to a flying start
On Friday 6 September 2024 at 1.30pm, Daniel Zeichner, Member of Parliament for Cambridge, will celebrate the launch event of the Let's Go Fly the Kite initiative by adding a brick to a giant Lego sculpture of a new Science of Life Quarter in Cambridge.
New £100,000 small business grant programme is launched in South Cambridgeshire
Small businesses in South Cambridgeshire are being invited to apply for funding of up to £5,000 each in a new grant programme launched this week.
Support for local climate action in South Cambridgeshire continues with sixth round of Zero Carbon Communities grants
The sixth round of South Cambridgeshire’s Zero Carbon Community (ZCC) grants have been announced, distributing £125,000 across 11 innovative projects.
Have your say about the current structure of local government for Cambridge
Cambridge City Council is asking local people whether the current structure of local government could be improved, and is urging people take part in its short survey before it closes on Tuesday 3 September
Government funding for ‘Planning Supersquad’ awarded to Greater Cambridge Shared Planning
Greater Cambridge Shared Planning has been allocated up to £650,000 from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government to help make the whole planning process even more efficient.
Defining Impact: The Challenge for Leaders
Møller Insitute associate, Dr Uday Phadeke discusses what he believes is a key issue for leaders; defining impact. He describes this as an often overlooked factor of leadership development, but can be crucial in the outcome for an organisation. Dr Uday Phadke’s experience spans three key areas: commercial firms enabled by science and technology, academic research and teaching in technology…
Bus franchising consultation in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough goes live
The Combined Authority is asking for views on the future of the region’s buses with the launch of its bus franchising consultation from 12 noon today (Wednesday 14 August 2024).
Kaja Kallas' nomination and the future of Estonia
European Diplomats writes: Kaja Kallas, the former Prime Minister of Estonia and leader of the Reform Party, has been nominated as the European Union High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy.
Persistent turbulence: The Labour Party’s victory and its impact on European Union relations
European Diplomats writes: The Labour Party emerged as the clear winner in the UK General Elections conducted on 7 July 2024, securing an impressive 412 seats. After reviewing the manifesto, it is important for firms and organisations to be aware of additional factors to consider if they wish to establish a connection with the European Union. What is the process through which this will occur? …
Consultation to help decide the future of the region’s buses given the go-ahead
Bus services in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough are set to be transformed and everyone across the region is being invited to have their say.